Defense Secretary Hegseth Admits He Left Before Second Strike on Suspected Drug Vessel
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated Tuesday that he "didn't stick around" to observe a second, controversial strike on a suspected drug boat. The military action occurred near Venezuela on September 2.
Hegseth’s comment comes as lawmakers prepare for a classified briefing on the incident. Navy Admiral Frank "Mitch" Bradley is scheduled to lead that briefing for Congress on Thursday.
The details of the strikes and the reasons for the controversy remain unclear. CBS News correspondents Olivia Rinaldi, Charlie D'Agata, and Caitlin Huey-Burns are continuing to report on the story.