Summary
The FBI is investigating six Democratic lawmakers who appeared in a video telling U.S. military members to ignore illegal orders. The lawmakers, all of whom have served in the military or intelligence, say their statements follow U.S. law, as service members swear to uphold the Constitution. The FBI's inquiries, directed by President Trump's administration, aim to determine if any laws were broken.
Key Facts
- The FBI requested interviews with six Democratic lawmakers featured in a video about defying illegal military orders.
- Senator Mark Kelly, among the lawmakers, is under review by the Pentagon for possible military law violations.
- President Trump has accused these lawmakers of sedition and mentioned potential severe penalties.
- The FBI's inquiry is to check if any wrongdoing occurred.
- The lawmakers, all veterans or former intelligence officials, argue their video reflects U.S. law.
- The FBI is led by Kash Patel, a Trump appointee, while the Pentagon's review involves the Secretary of the Navy.
- Some Republicans, like Senator Lisa Murkowski, criticize the investigations as unnecessary.
- The investigations are seen as part of a broader use of federal powers against political critics.
