Stephen Miller, a key advisor during the previous administration, launched a scathing attack on six Democratic lawmakers he labeled the “Seditious Six.” His condemnation stemmed from their public statements encouraging military personnel to question and potentially refuse orders from the former President.
The controversy ignited with a viral video featuring Senators Elissa Slotkin and Mark Kelly, alongside Representatives Maggie Goodlander, Jason Crow, Chris Deluzio, and Chrissy Houlahan. Each repeatedly asserted the right – and, implicitly, the duty – of service members to reject orders they deemed unlawful.
Appearing on a televised program, Miller didn’t hesitate to demand legal repercussions. He argued the lawmakers’ actions constituted a “seditious conspiracy against the United States,” calling for prosecution under both civilian law and the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
Miller characterized the Democrats’ message as a deliberate attempt to destabilize the nation, drawing parallels to historical “Color Revolutions” and alleging a playbook reminiscent of intelligence agency tactics designed to incite internal unrest within the military and intelligence communities.
He pointed to what he described as disturbing celebrations among some military members following an unrelated incident, suggesting the lawmakers’ words were actively encouraging defiance and potentially endangering lives. Miller emphasized the gravity of urging insubordination within a hierarchical structure like the armed forces.
Miller further argued that the lawmakers’ refusal to specify what constitutes an “illegal order” actually strengthened the case against them, implying a deliberate ambiguity intended to sow discord and undermine authority. He claimed this demonstrated a clear intent to disrupt the chain of command.
The Department of Defense reportedly began considering a recall and potential court-martial proceedings for Senator Kelly in response to his statements. This move signals a serious consideration of the implications of civilian encouragement of disobedience within the military.
The former President himself weighed in, publicly calling for the “Seditious Six” to be imprisoned. His statement was stark, asserting that such behavior warrants the ultimate penalty – death – a declaration that amplified the intensity of the political firestorm.
Adding another layer to the unfolding situation, the FBI initiated an inquiry into the actions of the six Democrats. This federal investigation underscores the gravity with which the government is treating the allegations of inciting potential insubordination within the armed forces.
