Here’s what American voters need to know.
Republican combat veterans are sounding the alarm after a group of Democrat lawmakers released a controversial video telling U.S. troops to question or refuse “illegal” orders.
The message — which surfaced just as President Trump strengthens military discipline and national security — is being condemned as dangerous, political, and potentially destabilizing to America’s armed forces.
For many voters, especially older Americans who value patriotism and stability, the incident raises serious questions about the Democrats’ motives and their willingness to inject politics directly into the chain of command.
⭐ Republican Veterans Push Back: “This Is Not How America Works”
Appearing on Hannity, Rep. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa, a decorated Air Force combat veteran, issued a blunt warning.
“I’ve flown combat missions. I know what happens when people disobey an order. This cannot happen to the men and women serving right now.”
Nunn and other GOP veterans released a direct response urging troops to stand strong, trust their training, and stay focused on their sworn duty — not political messaging from partisan lawmakers.
Their concern is simple: Undermining the President’s authority as commander-in-chief can create confusion, hesitation, and even life-threatening situations on the battlefield.
WATCH:
House Republican veterans speak DIRECTLY to the military and intelligence community, urging them to stand strong for law, order, and the Constitution. pic.twitter.com/WBg7yuRSmh
— House Republicans (@HouseGOP) November 21, 2025
⭐ Hegseth, GOP Leaders Demand Answers From Democrats
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth blasted the Democrats’ video as “reckless” and “irresponsible,” warning that it could erode trust within the ranks.
One of the most controversial figures in the video is Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Ariz., a former Navy officer.
GOP lawmakers say Kelly should know better.
Rep. Rich McCormick, R-Ga., a Marine Corps veteran, told Hannity:
“What Kelly said was egregious. Claiming ‘we have your back’ is dishonest. No, they don’t. This video was absolutely political.”
Republicans argue that using military members as pawns in political messaging is not only unethical — it’s dangerous.
⭐ FBI Begins Interviews as Democrats Claim Victimhood
The Department of War and the FBI are now preparing interviews with the six Democrat lawmakers behind the video.
Instead of answering questions, the Democrats immediately accused President Trump of “weaponizing” federal agencies — a claim conservatives say is ironic given past actions by the previous administration.
Sen. Elissa Slotkin, who posted the video, wrote on X:
“The President directing the FBI to target us is exactly why we made this video.”
Critics note that this statement alone reveals the political tone and intent behind the original message to the troops.
⭐ Medal of Honor Hero Warns of “Catastrophic” Impact
Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. Dakota Meyer delivered one of the strongest rebukes yet, calling the Democrats’ video “unacceptable” and “potentially catastrophic.”
On Fox News, Meyer asked the question many Americans are thinking:
“Do they not trust our men and women in uniform anymore? Or is the real issue that they don’t like what the President is doing?”
For millions of patriotic Americans, the message is clear: The military should never be used as a political tool — especially when the Commander-in-Chief is working to rebuild strength, discipline, and deterrence on the world stage.
