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Press Secretary Defends Trump's Orders Amid Military Concerns

11/26/2025

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Karoline Leavitt, White House Press Secretary, defended President Donald Trump’s orders, saying they should be presumed legal by the military.
She accused Democrats of inciting chaos by reminding service members they can refuse illegal orders.
Military officials question the legality of Trump's boat strike operations in Latin America.
A senior military lawyer warned of repercussions for service members.
Higher officials dismissed these concerns.

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Karoline Leavitt, White House Press Secretary, defended President Donald Trump’s orders, saying they should be presumed legal by the military.
She accused Democrats of inciting chaos by reminding service members they can refuse illegal orders.
Military officials question the legality of Trump's boat strike operations in Latin America.
A senior military lawyer warned of repercussions for service members.
Higher officials dismissed these concerns.