Summary
President Donald Trump accused six Democratic lawmakers of seditious behavior after they urged military members to refuse illegal orders. The lawmakers, who have military or intelligence backgrounds, dismissed Trump's comments as threats. The White House stated the lawmakers encouraged defiance of lawful orders, and security measures are being considered for the officials mentioned in Trump's posts.
Key Facts
- President Trump accused six Democratic lawmakers of seditious behavior.
- The lawmakers released a video urging service members to refuse illegal commands.
- Trump described their actions as dangerous and called for their arrest.
- The lawmakers, all with military or intelligence experience, criticized Trump's remarks as threats.
- Senator Mark Kelly and five other lawmakers were featured in the video.
- The White House denied Trump was calling for Congress members' execution.
- Security measures are being considered for the lawmakers due to concerns of politically motivated violence.
- Recent studies and polls indicate increasing concerns about political violence in the US.
