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Hegseth moves to demote Sen. Mark Kelly and cut pension over video on illegal orders
SUMMARY
Defense Secretary Pete Hegsethannounced that the Pentagon is initiating procedures to demote Sen. Mark Kelly and reduce his retirement pay.
This follows Kelly’s video urging service members to "refuse illegal orders." Hegseth issued a Letter of Censure, citing "reckless misconduct." Kelly has 30 days to respond, with the process expected to conclude in 45 days.
He condemned the actions as an attempt to intimidate retired servicemembers, stating, "I will fight this with everything I've got."
Kelly, along with other former veterans, argues their actions aimed to uphold constitutional values.
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