BREAKING: The FBI has officially requested interviews with Democratic lawmakers who recently urged servicemembers to defy illegal orders, according to a statement released just hours ago. This development follows intense pressure from President Trump, who has been vocally calling for these lawmakers to face jail time for their actions.
Last week, six lawmakers, including two senators and four House members, all veterans of military or intelligence services, released a direct-to-camera video urging servicemembers to refuse any orders they deem illegal. While the video did not specify any particular order allegedly issued by Trump, it served as a stark warning against unlawful commands.
In a statement released today, the four House members confirmed that the House sergeant at arms has been contacted by the FBI regarding the interview requests. They emphasized that they will not be intimidated by the current administration. “President Trump is using the FBI as a tool to intimidate and harass Members of Congress,” they claimed. “No amount of intimidation or harassment will ever stop us from doing our jobs and honoring our Constitution.”
The lawmakers, including Senator Mark Kelly and Senator Elissa Slotkin, have faced extraordinary backlash. Kelly is now under investigation by the Defense Department, which could lead to his recall for court martial proceedings. “A thorough review of these allegations has been initiated to determine further actions,” the Defense Department stated.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth labeled the lawmakers as the “Seditious Six” after Trump accused them of sedition on social media over the weekend. In a post on X, Hegseth stated, “Vague rhetoric undermines trust, creates hesitation, and erodes cohesion in the military. We don’t need political actors injecting doubt into our chain of command.”
The situation has sparked outrage among Democrats and civil libertarians alike. Former Congressman Justin Amash condemned the administration’s tactics, calling for Hegseth’s impeachment. “Even if politically motivated, it is not unlawful to make such a video. His efforts to mislead about the Constitution and freedom of speech are abhorrent,” Amash stated.
As tensions escalate, the future actions of both the lawmakers and the administration remain uncertain. The interviews with the FBI could set a precedent for how political dissent is treated in the military context.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
