The Briefing with Jen Psaki Trump freaks out at reminder to military that he's not king
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Nov 21, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, Jonathan Karl, Chief Washington correspondent for ABC News, analyzes Trump's latest tantrum over a video reminding military members of their duty to refuse illegal orders. He explores Trump's history of threats and methods of distraction, highlighting the troubling impact on political discourse. Former Navy intelligence officer Maggie Goodlander stresses the constitutional responsibilities of lawmakers amid escalating violence and calls for bipartisanship to counter such threats. The conversation reveals the alarming entwinement of politics and military integrity.
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Tantrums As Political Distraction
- Trump responds to political setbacks by creating outrageous distractions to change the news cycle.
- His poll declines and losses on issues like the Epstein files trigger inflammatory behavior to assert power.
Reminder About Illegal Orders Sparks Fury
- Reminding service members they must refuse illegal orders provoked a violent reaction from Donald Trump.
- Trump's reposted call for Democrats to be hanged directly led to death threats and added security for lawmakers.
Military Actions Prompt Legal Concern
- Trump's military actions, including deadly boat strikes, raise legal and constitutional concerns about unlawful orders.
- Those operations and past calls to use force against protesters justify lawmakers reminding troops about refusing illegal orders.
