Source: Fox News
Summary
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez urged US service members to “refuse illegal orders” after President Donald Trump threatened to target Iran’s civilian infrastructure. Ocasio-Cortez stated that Trump’s mental faculties are collapsing and cannot be trusted. The President’s warning was in response to Iran’s actions, and Ocasio-Cortez joined other Democrats in calling for Trump’s removal from power. The House Democratic leadership stopped short of calling for Trump’s ouster but urged a vote on a war powers resolution to block further military action.
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Once again, the discussion returns to a familiar question.
Trump issues a warning, and Democrats respond with calls for his removal. Ocasio-Cortez urges service members to refuse “illegal orders.” The House Democratic leadership seeks a vote on a war powers resolution. The White House fires back, calling Democrats “deranged, weak, and ineffective.” The Department of Justice recalls a past investigation into Democratic lawmakers who urged troops to reject “illegal” orders. The scene feels like a familiar script, with each side playing their expected role.
The performance unfolds with a sense of predictability, with each actor reciting their lines.
Author: Evan Null
