Trump defers Caribbean strike video release to Hegseth

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Moneycontrol•09-12-2025, 03:05
Trump defers Caribbean strike video release to Hegseth
- •Trump now states the decision to release video of a Caribbean military strike rests with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, a shift from his earlier stance.
- •The strike targeted a suspected drug-smuggling boat, with a second round of fire hitting individuals who survived the initial attack.
- •Trump previously indicated the video would "certainly release, no problem," but now supports Hegseth's discretion.
- •Hegseth is currently evaluating what can be responsibly made public regarding the second-strike footage.
- •Lawmakers are pressuring for access to the videos, considering blocking a quarter of Hegseth's travel budget if Congress is denied.
Why It Matters: Trump passes video release decision to Hegseth, affecting transparency on a military strike.
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