Summary
The U.S. government is investigating members of Congress for stating that military personnel can refuse illegal orders. This action follows President Donald Trump's reaction to a video by lawmakers, which he labeled as seditious. The military law cited by lawmakers, Article 92 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice, instructs service members to only follow lawful orders.
Key Facts
- The U.S. government is investigating Congress members for stating military law.
- The Pentagon may court-martial Senator Mark Kelly over this issue.
- President Trump accused the lawmakers of "seditious behavior" and called for their arrest.
- Article 92 of the military law states service members must obey only lawful orders.
- The FBI is also investigating the lawmakers who appeared in the video.
- Congressional laws mandate that military personnel refuse illegal orders.
- The executive branch's actions are described as targeting lawful congressional duties.
