US soldier who called for Trump impeachment facing military charges
Summary
The U.S. Air Force is charging Major Jason Watson for publicly calling for the impeachment and removal of President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. Watson, an active-duty officer, made these statements during protests and media appearances, and he faces military charges under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.Key Facts
- Major Jason Watson is an active-duty U.S. Air Force officer.
- He publicly called for the impeachment and removal of President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance.
- Watson participated in a protest at the U.S. Capitol while in uniform, holding a sign demanding their removal.
- The protest was organized by the Removal Coalition, which said Watson was the first active-duty officer to call for Trump’s impeachment.
- Watson appeared on CNN and repeated his call for removal, criticizing President Trump’s actions and leadership.
- The Air Force is charging Watson under three articles of the Uniform Code of Military Justice, including Article 88 (using disrespectful words against the President and Vice President).
- Watson is being held in pre-trial confinement but will have the right to due process.
- His lawyer said Watson knew the risks of speaking out and hopes his actions inspire others to be courageous.
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