Summary
President Donald Trump accused several Democratic members of Congress of sedition after they advised military officials to ignore any "illegal" orders. Six Democrats, all veterans, shared a video urging military and intelligence personnel to uphold the Constitution. Trump responded on social media, calling for their arrest.
Key Facts
- President Trump accused Democratic lawmakers of "seditious behavior."
- Six Democrats released a video asking military personnel to refuse illegal orders.
- The video addressed concerns about stress in the military and risk to public trust.
- Trump called for the arrest of these lawmakers through social media.
- Trump suggested their actions could be punishable by death.
- White House press secretary clarified Trump does not want the lawmakers executed.
- The Democrats did not specify which of Trump's policies might be unconstitutional.
- Trump’s response emphasized setting an example to prevent such actions.
