Six U.S. lawmakers, including retired Navy captain Mark Kelly, release a video urging military personnel not to obey illegal orders, as tensions escalate with President Trump labeling them “traitors” on social media. The video, which runs for 90 seconds, invokes historical context by recalling the My Lai massacre, where soldiers erroneously claimed orders justified their actions, emphasizing the importance of discerning lawful commands.
As the political climate intensifies, these veterans advocate for adherence to the Constitution, amid troubling allegations that the FBI is investigating them for their statements. Kelly, facing potential repercussions from Secretary of “War” Pete Hegseth, defends the justness of their message, asserting that the duty of military service members is to uphold the law over unlawful instructions. These developments raise significant concerns about the intersection of military orders and political accountability.
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