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Going Deep on Venezuela with Navy Veteran Melissa Corrigan

The Home Front

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Today, Reed is joined by Melissa Corrigan of Blue Amp Media. They discuss serious allegations of illegal activities aboard the USS Iwo Jima, including breaches of military protocol and the deletion of evidence related to detainees.

They explore the implications of these actions on military justice, the rules of engagement, and the potential motivations behind U.S. military operations in Venezuela. The discussion highlights the confusion within military ranks, the impact on veterans, and the broader narrative surrounding U.S. foreign policy and military intervention.

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