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Last week, Marty Lederman addressed the legality and wisdom of CIA engagement in targeted killings under domestic law. Applicable international law, however, suggests that CIA targeted killing, whether or not it’s legal, is surely unwise. Marty does note that “the 2001 and 2002 AUMFs arguably provide authority for the President to employ both the CIA […]https://i0.wp.com/www.justsecurity.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/blue-logo.png?fit=178%2C60&ssl=117860