Hegseth's ICC Warning: A Symptom of a Deeper Problem in US Latin America Relations As the United States continues its campaign against drug cartels in Latin America, a worrying trend is emerging: increased scrutiny by the International Criminal Court (ICC) of US military actions in the region.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's recent warnings that the ICC may investigate US boat strikes in Latin America are more than just defensive; they reveal a fundamental issue at play in US Latin America relations.
The Shield of the Americas, a military coalition launched by the Trump administration to target narco terrorists, has been criticized for its heavy handed approach.