Defense Dept. to investigate Sen. Kelly for allegedly telling service members to defy illegal orders
NBC News·2025-11-24 20:23
Legal & Compliance - The Defense Department is investigating Senator Mark Kelly for alleged misconduct related to encouraging military and intelligence community members to defy illegal orders [1] - The investigation stems from a video where Kelly and other Democratic lawmakers urged individuals not to follow illegal orders [1][3] - Military officers take an oath not to follow illegal orders [3] - If found guilty under the Uniform Court of Military Justice, Kelly could face jail time [2] Military Justice - As a retired Navy captain, Kelly is subject to being recalled [1] - To charge Kelly, the Navy would have to bring him back onto active duty [2] - Charges could include disobedience or disobeying a lawful order [2]