Sen. Kelly Sues Pentagon Over Punishment Threats for Anti-Illegal-Orders Video
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Sen. Mark Kelly filed a federal lawsuit to block the Defense Department from disciplining him for a video reminding service members not to follow illegal orders; he argues the action would violate the First Amendment and the speech-or-debate clause protecting legislators, while Pentagon officials weigh reducing his rank and pension, with a decision due by mid-February.
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- Sen. Mark Kelly files lawsuit alleging Hegseth violated his rights with push for punishment over illegal orders video CNN
- Mark Kelly sues Pete Hegseth over efforts to reduce his military retirement rank NBC News
- Mark Kelly sues Hegseth over ‘chilling’ effort to reduce military retirement rank The Guardian
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