In brief
Democratic lawmakers are under scrutiny as the FBI initiates a possible investigation following their social media video urging U.S. troops to defy illegal orders. This inquiry comes shortly after the Pentagon announced an investigation into Sen. Mark Kelly for related military law violations. The situation escalated after President Trump accused the lawmakers of sedition, raising concerns over potential intimidation tactics being used against Congress members.
WASHINGTON (AP) — A group of Democratic lawmakers, featured in a contentious social media video advocating for U.S. troops to resist 'illegal orders,' reports that the FBI has reached out to schedule interviews, indicating the onset of an investigation. This development follows the Pentagon's announcement regarding an inquiry into Arizona’s Sen. Mark Kelly on allegations of violating military law, greatly intensifying the political atmosphere. President Trump has notably condemned the lawmakers, labeling their actions as sedition, which he claims is punishable by death. In a collective response, four Democratic House members accused Trump of using the FBI as a means to intimidate Congress, stating that the FBI has requested interviews with the House and Senate Sergeants at Arms.
