The discussion centered on the designation and treatment of non-state actors like narco-terrorists compared to state-sponsored armies. Mike highlighted the confusion over whether recent actions against narco-terrorists in Venezuela constitute a police action or a war. Matt emphasized the historical context of the Geneva Conventions, rooted in World War I and II atrocities, and argued that non-state actors do not operate under the same rules. The conversation also touched on the ethical implications of bombing boats suspected of carrying drugs, the legality of torture, and the need for clearer communication from the administration on these issues.
House lawmakers were digging into Jeffrey Epstein's sprawling financial portfolio on Wednesday as a committee deposed his former accountant and tried to understand his connections to some of the world's wealthiest men.
Major storms whipped up tornadoes in parts of Illinois and Indiana that leveled homes, killing at least two people and injuring others, and another round of rain, hail and strong winds made its way through the region Wednesday, authorities said.
It seems a country divided on so many fronts is finding common ground in pain at the pump, where the cost of the Iran war is hitting Americans squarely in the wallet and aggravating people across the political spectrum.
Two men who brought explosives to a far-right protest outside New York City's mayoral mansion said they were inspired by the Islamic State extremist group, a court complaint said.
