Kelly wrote on X, “I’ve had a missile explode near my plane, been shot at many times by anti-aircraft fire, and even been launched into space — all for my country. I never imagined a president would ask for my execution.”
He added, “Trump doesn’t know the Constitution, and because of that, we’re all less safe.
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Yesterday, Trump demanded that Kelly and several other Democratic lawmakers — who are all veterans — be killed after they posted a video encouraging military personnel to refuse illegal orders.
He wrote, “SEDITIOUS BEHAVIOR, which deserves DEATH!”
He also said, “This is really bad and dangerous to our country.
Their words shouldn’t be allowed. SEDITIOUS BEHAVIOR FROM TRAITORS!!! LOCK THEM UP!!! President DJT.”
Worst of all, he shared a message from a supporter that said, “HANG THEM GEORGE WASHINGTON WOULD !!
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In reality, the lawmakers’ comments weren’t seditious.
Military service members take an oath to protect the Constitution and are required by law and honor to refuse illegal orders. Trump wants them to be obedient followers who serve only him, but they serve the American people.
Even by MAGA standards, calling for the execution of political rivals is a shocking new low.
If Democrats regain control of Congress, they should start impeachment proceedings against this anti-American president.
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