The US Justice Department informed Congress that President Trump can continue drone strikes against suspected drug smugglers in the Caribbean without Congressional approval, arguing that these actions do not constitute 'hostilities' under the War Powers Resolution. The administration claims that US troops are not at risk as strikes are conducted from naval vessels. The military has conducted 14 airstrikes, resulting in at least 62 deaths. The Trump administration's stance mirrors a precedent set by former President Obama regarding military actions.