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Retired Colonel Resigns, Warns of Trump's Threat to Democracy

10/17/2025

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Doug Krugman, a retired U.S. Marine Corps colonel, resigned after 24 years due to concerns about President Donald Trump.
In a Washington Post op-ed, Krugman cited Trump's contempt for the Constitution and his handling of January 6 Capitol riots.
He warned that Trump's disregard for legal limits could threaten the government system.
He urged military personnel to question immoral orders.
He concluded that without legislative action, future presidents may overstep their authority.

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Doug Krugman, a retired U.S. Marine Corps colonel, resigned after 24 years due to concerns about President Donald Trump.
In a Washington Post op-ed, Krugman cited Trump's contempt for the Constitution and his handling of January 6 Capitol riots.
He warned that Trump's disregard for legal limits could threaten the government system.
He urged military personnel to question immoral orders.
He concluded that without legislative action, future presidents may overstep their authority.