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Trump Calls for Arrests of Democrats Over Military Orders

11/20/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump called for arresting Democratic lawmakers who urged military personnel to disobey illegal orders, labeling the actions seditious and punishable by death.
The remarks appeared on Truth Social in response to a video featuring six Democratic veterans urging rejection of unlawful commands.
Democratic leaders condemned the threats as dangerous and vile, noting that military law supports refusing illegal orders.

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U.S. President Donald Trump called for arresting Democratic lawmakers who urged military personnel to disobey illegal orders, labeling the actions seditious and punishable by death.
The remarks appeared on Truth Social in response to a video featuring six Democratic veterans urging rejection of unlawful commands.
Democratic leaders condemned the threats as dangerous and vile, noting that military law supports refusing illegal orders.