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In a first, US will allow some private firms to carry out cyberattacks

13 points by Cider9986 ago | 6 comments

ElProlactin |next [-]

More investment opportunities for Donny Jr.

throwaway_7274 |next |previous [-]

Privateering is back!

m463 |root |parent |next [-]

looks like the idea comes up all the time...

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Letter_of_marque#21st-century_...

defrost |root |parent [-] 

  The United States has not legally commissioned any privateers since 1815
is questionable ATM.

They Spoke English, Wore U.S. Flags and Attacked Fishermen. Who Were They? - https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/12/world/americas/ecuador-fi...

US claims it is not responsible for strikes on Ecuadorian fishing boats – so who is? - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/13/ecuador-fishin...

This story has been getting increased attention and commentators have raised questions about Erik Prince, other PMC's and Letters of Marque.

kderbyma |root |parent |previous [-]

It has always been here.....they just want to legitimize it for the backlash coming

isthatyouagain |previous [-]

"In a first.."

No doubt. First time ever.