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Trump GAMBLES with WAR POWERS as He TESTS International LAW - Legal AF
Asha Rangappa is back with a new episode of Ask Asha, diving into one of the most alarming developments from the Trump administration. This week, she tackles the question: Can Trump legally use military force against drug cartels and declare them unlawful combatants?
Asha breaks down the post-9/11 legal framework, the limits of presidential war powers, and what this escalation could mean for U.S. democracy and international law. Don’t miss her clear, sharp analysis of this unprecedented move. - 10/04/2025.