Granting Letters of Marque and Reprisal to Combat Gangs and Cartels
Sen. Mike Lee proposes granting letters of marque and reprisal to civilians to combat violent gangs and drug cartels with pirate ships and along the border. This historical concept would allow privateers to attack enemies with government permission.
Key Points
- Historical concept of privateers attacking enemies with government approval
- Proposal to combat drug cartels and gangs with civilian fleet and private fighters
- Discussion on empowering civilians to protect communities and country
Pros
- Potential to weaken drug cartels
- Utilizes historical concept in modern context
- Allows civilians to participate in protecting communities
Cons
- Potential for misuse or abuse of power
- Uncertainty regarding effectiveness and oversight