Summary
The Pentagon is looking into Senator Mark Kelly's involvement in a video telling U.S. troops not to follow illegal orders. President Trump called it potentially "seditious" and the subject has caused disagreement among Republicans and Democrats. The investigation could lead to military discipline for Kelly.
Key Facts
- The Pentagon is investigating Senator Mark Kelly, a retired Navy captain, after he appeared in a video about unlawful orders.
- The video included other lawmakers, but Kelly is the only one still under military law due to his past military service.
- President Trump labeled the video potentially "seditious" and punishable by death, but later clarified that he wasn't making a threat.
- The Department of Defense announced it might recall Kelly to active duty for possible court-martial or other actions.
- Some Republican figures criticized both the video and the Pentagon's response, calling it excessive.
- The Pentagon's actions are seen as unusual because they deal with a sitting member of Congress and could violate legislative independence.
