Are We Okay with the Government Investigating Lawmakers for Stating Basic Constitutional Rights?

So, a group of Democratic lawmakers, all with significant military and intelligence backgrounds, did something remarkably straightforward: they made a video reminding service members that they have the right to disobey orders they deem illegal. Basic stuff, right? It’s a cornerstone of military law and a constitutional protection that echoes the principle that no one is above the law. But in Donald Trump’s America, apparently, that’s seditious.

Now, the FBI and DOJ are reportedly working with Capitol Police to interview these lawmakers. This isn't an investigation into corruption or misuse of funds; it's an investigation into words. Words that remind soldiers they are bound by the Constitution, not just the whims of whoever happens to be in the Oval Office. President Trump himself has called for their arrest, labeling their constitutionally sound advice as 'seditious.' This feels less like law enforcement and more like a political hit job, using the heavy hand of federal agencies to silence dissent and intimidate those who dare to hold power accountable.

We’re talking about elected officials with direct experience being investigated for stating a fundamental legal principle. Meanwhile, the Department of Defense is also launching its own probe into Senator Mark Kelly. This is a dangerous precedent. Is this how we expect our government to function – with agencies weaponized against those who speak out? Are you okay with the government investigating lawmakers for simply reminding military personnel of their rights under U.S. law?