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Politics

Trump’s War Talk Threatens Military Law, Ex-JAG Warns

Former top military lawyer Steven Leper warns that Donald Trump's talk of taking Cuba and potentially disregarding rules could push the U.S. military toward illegal actions. Leper explains the critical difference between lawful and unlawful orders, stressing that while military members must obey orders, they have a duty to refuse those that command them to commit crimes.

1 week ago
GENERAL

Hegseth Sparks Alarm Over DOD Legal Oversight Overhaul

Under Secretary for Defense Policy Colin Hegseth is initiating a major overhaul of the Pentagon's legal structure, sparking alarms among legal experts. Critics fear the reforms are designed to weaken legal oversight and enable legally dubious military actions, potentially eroding accountability.

2 weeks ago