WASHINGTON / LONDON (IT BOLTWISE) – A group of six Democratic lawmakers are at the center of a controversy after they made a video calling for people not to follow illegal orders. President Trump called it seditious, which led to a Pentagon investigation.
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In the US, a video of six Democratic MPs is causing a stir in which they call on military personnel to refuse illegal orders. President Trump has called this message inflammatory, prompting a Pentagon investigation. The lawmakers, all of whom have either served in the military or worked for U.S. intelligence agencies, emphasize that the law is clear: Illegal orders cannot be followed.
President Trump responded to Truth Social by calling for the lawmakers to be arrested and tried for treason. The focus is particularly on Senator Mark Kelly from Arizona, who is the only one in the group who still falls under the jurisdiction of the Pentagon. A possible recall to active service for military tribunal proceedings is being examined.
The other five deputies were notified of an investigation by the FBI. They emphasize that the video was intended to draw attention to what they see as Trump’s illegal military operations plans, such as killing terrorist families or deploying troops in Chicago. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth argues that the video sows doubt and confusion, endangering the safety of soldiers.
Legal experts are divided on whether the deputies could actually be charged with seditious conspiracy. Former federal prosecutor Mitchell Epner points out that such a charge requires the use of force, which is not the case here. Charges of incitement to disobey orders in the military could also be difficult because intent to damage soldiers’ loyalty or morale is difficult to prove.
The MPs invoke the right to refuse illegal orders and point to historical cases such as that of Lieutenant William Calley, who was convicted for his role in the My Lai massacre despite following orders. The Trump administration denies that the president ever issued illegal orders. Lawmakers could also invoke freedom of speech and the Constitution’s “Speech and Debate” clause, which could protect them from prosecution.
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