URGENT UPDATE: The FBI has officially requested interviews with Democratic lawmakers who recently urged servicemembers to ignore illegal orders. This announcement comes as tensions escalate following President Trump’s public calls for these lawmakers to be jailed.
In a dramatic turn of events, four House members and two senators, all veterans, released a video last week emphasizing the importance of refusing unlawful orders. They did not specify any orders allegedly made by President Trump but warned servicemembers about the legal implications of following such directives.
On July 25, 2023, the four House members confirmed that the House sergeant at arms has been contacted by the FBI regarding these interviews. In a bold statement, they declared, “We will not be bullied by the administration,” indicating they may resist cooperating with law enforcement.
The lawmakers accused Trump of using the FBI as a tool for intimidation, stating, “No amount of intimidation or harassment will ever stop us from doing our jobs and honoring our Constitution.” They reiterated their lifelong commitment to their oaths, emphasizing their determination not to be coerced.
Senator Mark Kelly, a retired Navy captain, and Senator Elissa Slotkin, a former CIA agent, have also firmly rejected Trump’s threats. However, Kelly is now under investigation by the Defense Department, which could lead to his recall to active duty for potential court-martial proceedings. The Defense Department announced, “A thorough review of these allegations has been initiated… which may include recall to active duty for court-martial proceedings.”
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has labeled the lawmakers the “Seditious Six” after Trump accused them of sedition in a series of posts over the weekend. He stated on X, “Vague rhetoric and ambiguity undermines trust… the military does not need political actors injecting doubt into an already clear chain of command.”
The situation has drawn widespread condemnation from Democrats and civil libertarians. Former Congressman Justin Amash called for Hegseth’s impeachment, stating, “His effort to mislead millions of Americans about the Constitution… is abhorrent.”
As this story develops, the implications of the FBI’s involvement and the Defense Department’s investigation could have significant consequences for these lawmakers and the broader political landscape. Stay tuned for updates as this urgent situation unfolds.
