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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I don’t think there is a military lawyer anywhere who will go on record that this is legal. Maybe legal with some caveat that will need to be flushed out in the courts, but only reaching for a defense. 
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The Drug Trafficking Vessel Interdiction Act of 2008 outlawed the operation of, or travel in, unregistered [b]submersibles and semi-submersibles[/b] in international waters with the intent to evade detection.  It allows the U.S. to take measures to stop drug boats in international waters, which is what our authorities are doing.  It applies also to these so-called “fishing boats” LOADED with [b]55 gallon plastic drums filled with narcotics.[/b]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drug_Trafficking_Vessel_Interdiction_Act

Going back further, the Maritime Drug Law Enforcement Act of 1986 has extra-territorial effect and justifies the U.S. use of force to halt drug smuggling in international waters, including by use of force.

It passed the Senate by a vote of 97-2, and the House by 395-17.  Chuck Shumer voted in favor.  He’s a total hypocrite to try to complain about it now.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maritime_Drug_Law_Enforcement_Act
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First, these are neither submersible or semi-submersible.  They are simply open cockpit outboard motorboats.

Second, upon what basis do you allege these drums are filled with drugs?  What drugs?  Do you have a field test or lab test results to prove it?

With respect to the second, it only applies if Venezuela has consented.  HAs Venezuela consented?  Where?  Can you show the diplomatic document that procvides that consent?

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