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Senate Democrats Blast Pentagon's Probe of Senator Kelly

12/11/2025

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Senate Democrats condemn the Pentagon's investigation of Senator Mark Kelly as a "brazen abuse of power."
The inquiry follows Kelly's participation in a video urging service members to disobey illegal orders.
Democrats argue the probe is politically motivated, citing remarks from U.S. President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth that undermine impartiality.
Kelly remains defiant, with legal experts saying any case would struggle in military courts.

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Senate Democrats condemn the Pentagon's investigation of Senator Mark Kelly as a "brazen abuse of power."
The inquiry follows Kelly's participation in a video urging service members to disobey illegal orders.
Democrats argue the probe is politically motivated, citing remarks from U.S. President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth that undermine impartiality.
Kelly remains defiant, with legal experts saying any case would struggle in military courts.