U.S. military commander who oversaw strikes against alleged drug boats will retire
The head of the U.S. military's Southern Command will retire this year, a high-profile departure as the Trump administration strikes alleged drug boats and pressures the region.
This article has been summarized and translated using AI to help you practice reading and comprehension. While we strive for accuracy, some nuances may be lost in translation.
Admiral Alvin Holsey, who has led the U.S. military's Southern Command for just over a year, announced his retirement after 37 years of naval service. His departure comes during a period of increased military activity in Central and South America, where the Trump administration has been conducting strikes against boats suspected of drug trafficking.
The U.S. has carried out six known boat strikes in the Caribbean, claiming these operations are part of a conflict with drug cartels. However, these actions have created tensions with Venezuela, whose president denies accusations of collaborating with drug traffickers. Military tensions have escalated with B-52 bomber flights and confrontations between U.S. and Venezuelan forces.
Some members of Congress have expressed concerns about both the legal justification for these strikes and Holsey's retirement during this critical period.
Original Article
cbsnews.comhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/military-commander-alvin-holsey-to-retire-strikes-drug-boats-caribbean/