Former JAGs say Hegseth, others may have committed war crimes

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Former military lawyers condemn Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for allegedly ordering the killing of survivors on a drug-carrying vessel.
The memo claims the orders, if true, constitute war crimes or murder under international law.
The incident occurred during a U.S. counternarcotics operation in the Southern Command area.
The Former JAGs Working Group argues the military's legal framework was eroded by these actions.
The group calls for Congress to investigate the use of lethal force against defenseless individuals.
Hegseth denies the allegations, calling the report 'fake news' and stating operations were lawful.
President Trump expressed confidence in Hegseth but said he would look into the matter.
The White House defended the follow-up strike as lawful and within authority.
The memo cites the Geneva Conventions and Hague Convention to argue against such actions.
As of Nov. 17, the Trump administration reported 21 strikes killing at least 82 people.

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