Former President Donald Trump criticised a video released by Democratic lawmakers urging US military personnel to refuse unlawful orders. Trump described the message as “seditious behaviour” that should be “punishable by death.”
Why it matters:
- The comments highlight deep political divisions over military loyalty and civilian oversight.
- Active service members are caught in a debate about obedience and lawful orders.
MNN Take: The incident underscores ongoing tensions between political parties regarding the role of the military and the limits of lawful command. Details on the specific content of the video and responses from military officials remain limited.
Sources: BBC US & Canada