Trump and Pete Hegseth Unaware of Second Strike on Alleged Venezuelan Drug Boat
Former President Donald Trump stated that he and Pete Hegseth were unaware of a second strike on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat on 2 September. Trump defended Hegseth, who was his defense secretary, emphasizing that Hegseth did not know a US Navy admiral had ordered the strike.
Hegseth also denied knowledge of the strike but confirmed that the admiral had full authority to launch it. The military action involved a second targeted strike ordered by a US naval admiral against the alleged drug boat.
These remarks were captured on video and reported by Reuters, with the article published on December 2, 2025, and last modified on December 3, 2025. The story forms part of ongoing US politics and foreign policy issues related to Venezuela and US military operations.
