This is President Obama's first real challenge. So lets see what happens.
G-d be with him!
Update - 11:58 - Hotair.com
Second time’s the charm. Phillips jumped overboard again, and this time, the Navy was ready to take out the pirates. Great work, Navy!
UPDATE - 11:47 4/12/2009
Drudge Headline - Captain freed, 3 pirates dead, 1 pirate in captivity
MSNBC:
MOMBASA, Kenya - The U.S. Navy has rescued the American sea captain held by Somali pirates.A senior U.S. intelligence official said hostage Richard Phillips was not hurt in what appeared to be a swift firefight off the Somali coast on Sunday. Phillips was safely transported to a Navy warship nearby.
The official said three pirates were killed and one was injured.'
SUMMARY:
Three dirtbags dead. One dirtbag in custody. The Captain and Crew safe.