Tensions rise between Senator Mark Kelly and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth
Jan. 6
Senator Mark Kelly (D) is vowing to fight back against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s administrative actions.
Secretary Hegseth claimed Senator Kelly’s public statements, including a video message telling troops not to follow illegal orders, constitute sedition. According to a statement on social media, Secretary Hegseth has begun a formal 45-day process to reduce Senator Kelly’s rank and retirement pay.
Frank Rosenblatt, professor at Mississippi College School of Law and retired Army JAG Lieutenant, joined “Arizona Horizon” to discuss this matter.
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