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politics4 months ago•1 min saved

Sen. Kelly Criticizes Trump, Hegseth, and Leavitt Amid Controversies

Senator Mark Kelly, along with other veteran Democrats, issued a video urging military personnel to refuse illegal orders, prompting Trump to call the video treasonous and demand arrests. The Pentagon is investigating Kelly for misconduct, which he denies, stating he has not been officially notified and views the investigation as intimidation. Kelly emphasizes his commitment to following the law and resists being bullied by Trump.

via Politico|

#donald-trump #investigation #mark-kelly

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Pentagon Prepares for Potential Challenges with Trump's Return

Pentagon officials are reportedly discussing how to handle potential illegal orders from Donald Trump, such as deploying the military domestically, amid concerns he might alter rules to fire career civil servants. This comes as Trump considers using the military against political enemies and migrants, despite legal prohibitions. Meanwhile, the US election remains undecided in key swing states, and various political and legal developments unfold, including charges against an Iranian for plotting against Trump and a federal judge overturning Illinois' semiautomatic weapons ban.

via The Guardian US|

#civil-service #donald-trump #military-orders