Scott Jennings' Arrogant Defense Of U.S. Lawbreakers Is Quickly Corrected As Cornel West Sets the Record Straight

CNN’s conservative analyst Scott Jennings stirred controversy on Monday night by proclaiming the United States frequently breaches international law. During a debate on “NewsNight With Abby Phillip,” he questioned, “Who’s going to stop us?” in response to the recent military action against Iran.The discussion became heated when panelist Dr. Cornel West, an activist and independent presidential candidate for 2024, challenged the ethical implications of the strike. West deemed the attack on Iranian nuclear facilities “illegal and unconstitutional,” leading to a contentious exchange with former White House spokesman Pete Seat, who staunchly defended the airstrike.As tensions flared, Jennings maintained his stance, asserting that America routinely disregards international statutes. West countered, emphasizing morality as a guiding principle against such violations. Social media erupted, with users critiquing Jennings’ cavalier attitude, branding it arrogant.In a subsequent statement, Jennings reaffirmed support for President Trump’s decisions, prompting further debate over the ethical ramifications of the U.S. action against Iran.