This is why Trump will get away with the attack in Venezuela. [View all]
Undeclared war is not without precedent in US history. Congress never declared war in Vietnam, nor Korea in 1950.
We've had a bad habit of sticking our red white and blue noses into global politics ever since the post WWII years. It seems we've become pretty full of ourselves. Be prepared to hear talking points that this is a police action against international criminals, not an illegal war.
The real issue here is why. Why is Trump taking these steps? Certainly it's good for the Venezuela citizens, but we know Trump never does anything that doesn't line his pocket with crypto. He doesn't give a rat's ass about the people in what he deems "shithole countries", so what's the motive? We know he doesn't care one wit about our own people overdosing without health care or food on the table. That should be the focus going forward. Follow the money and impeach on blatant corruption. You're all welcome to tell me I have it wrong, but this is how I see it.
Key Characteristics
Undeclared War: The defining feature is the absence of a formal declaration of war by the legislative body (such as the U.S. Congress).
Limited Objective: These actions usually have specific, restricted goals, such as enforcing international rules, stopping a dangerous situation, or protecting people, rather than conquering territory or completely overthrowing a government.
Auspices: The military forces may act unilaterally, with a small group of nations, or under the authority of an international body like the United Nations Security Council, which can authorize "enforcement actions" to maintain or restore international peace and security.
Historical Examples: The most famous historical example is the Korean War (1950-1953), which U.S. President Harry S. Truman referred to as a "police action". Other examples include the Dutch "politionele acties" during the Indonesian National Revolution and the UN-mandated intervention in Libya in 2011.
In a general law enforcement context, "police action" can also refer to the actions taken by police officers to deal with individuals who break the law, such as making an arrest or using force to de-escalate a situation. However, the term's primary meaning in a military or international relations context refers to the use of armed forces without a declaration of war."
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