Videos tagged with Uniform Code of Military Justice

This video clarifies that soldiers have a right and an obligation to disobey unlawful orders, as defined by the Uniform Code of Military Justice and international law. The oath of enlistment swears allegiance to the Constitution, not solely to the President or superior officers. Unlawful orders include those that violate the Constitution, federal laws, or international law, such as targeting civilians or committing war crimes. The speaker emphasizes that 'following orders' is not a defense for illegal actions, citing the Nuremberg trials as a historical precedent.

This video analyzes whether six members of Congress, dubbed the 'seditious six,' could face legal repercussions for publicly messaging the US military. It clarifies that while sedition itself isn't illegal, seditious conspiracy (18 U.S. Code § 2384) requires a conspiracy to overthrow or levy war against the US by force. Treason (18 U.S. Code § 2381) is defined as levying war or adhering to enemies, giving them aid and comfort. The video concludes that the actions of the 'seditious six' likely do not meet the legal threshold for these crimes, and legal accountability through the criminal justice system is improbable, though investigations may occur.