Retired USCG Admiral Critiques Controversial Caribbean Boat Strike

Interview
Written By David Petri

Rear Admiral William D. Baumgartner, USCG (Ret)

Metro News Talk

December 2, 2025

Retired U.S. Coast Guard Rear Admiral, William D. Baumgartner, breaks down the September 2nd U.S. boat strike in the Caribbean, highlighting serious concerns under U.S. and international law. He explains why targeting survivors in the water could constitute an unlawful order, questions the lack of legal justification from the White House, and contrasts this operation with previous U.S. military actions.

David Petri

Dave Petri is a marketing and sustainability professional with 30 years of leadership experience across multiple industries. Since 2010, Dave’s professional experience has primarily been in the Outdoor Industry, including industry-wide leadership roles. He launched Cynosura Consulting in 2019 and is the principal consultant, providing his expertise to various companies and organizations in the manufacturing, hospitality, and event management sectors.

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