FBI Investigates Democratic Lawmakers for Urging Service Members Not to Follow Unlawful Orders

FBI Probe into Democratic Lawmakers

• 🔍 The FBI has launched a probe into six Democratic lawmakers who advised US service members to refuse unlawful orders.
• 🏛️ These lawmakers, all veterans of the military or intelligence community, made this statement in a recorded video.

Senator Slaken's Concerns

• 🗣️ Michigan Senator Alyssa Slaken stated that many service members and veterans expressed concerns about orders they were asked to follow.
• 🚨 Specific concerns were raised regarding the deployment of National Guard and military personnel to city streets, such as in Chicago, and during strikes in the Caribbean.

Senator Kelly and Pentagon Investigation

• ⚓ Arizona Senator Mark Kelly, a retired Navy captain, is under a separate Pentagon probe for alleged misconduct.
• ⚖️ He faces the threat of being recalled to active duty for a court-martial.
• ✊ Kelly stated he will not be silenced or intimidated.

President Trump's Reaction and Threats

• 🚨 President Trump accused the lawmakers of seditious behavior, a crime punishable by death.
• ⚠️ Following Trump's remarks, the lawmakers have reported receiving increased death threats.
• 💬 Senator Slaken expressed that Trump's statement was serious and crossed a line by calling for the execution of members of Congress.
• 🛡️ As the husband of Congresswoman Gabby Giffords, Slaken understands political violence.
• 🏢 The White House maintains that the lawmakers who recorded the video should be held accountable.