Grand jury declines to indict lawmakers over military orders

A grand jury in Washington, D.C., declined to indict six Democratic lawmakers who encouraged military personnel to refuse illegal orders in a recent video. The lawmakers, including Senators Elissa Slotkin and Mark Kelly, argued that such orders violate the Constitution. Despite the DOJ’s investigation, no charges were brought, with Slotkin calling the day a victory for free speech. Meanwhile, Trump labeled the lawmakers as “traitors,” which led to threats against Slotkin and further scrutiny of Kelly by the Pentagon.

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