Recently, there’s been a growing discussion about an alleged “second strike” on a boat targeted by the Trump administration during a narcoterrorism operation. The narrative has gained traction, sparking debates across various platforms.

The Washington Post has reported, citing unnamed sources, that a follow-up strike was supposedly ordered to eliminate two survivors who were left clinging to the debris in the water. This alleged directive was attributed to Secretary of War Pete Hegseth.

However, Hegseth has dismissed these claims as entirely “fabricated.” He has categorically denied any involvement in ordering such a strike.

Earlier, the White House Press Secretary clarified the situation, emphasizing that Hegseth never issued any instructions for a second attack on the boat. This statement aims to clear the air and refute the circulating rumors.

As we reported earlier, the White House Press Secretary explained that Hegseth never gave any order to hit the boat a second time.  

🚨@PressSec confirms that the Sec. War did NOT give the order to strike the narco boat a second time, Admiral Bradley did—and he had every right to.

“POTUS and Sec. Hegseth has made it clear that presidentially designated narco terrorist groups are subject to LETHAL targeting in… pic.twitter.com/YcImqBvAjI

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