THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent Trump’s Angry Tirade Calling for “Death” to Dems Just Backfired Badly
Nov 21, 2025
U.S. Representative Chrissy Houlahan, an Air Force veteran, delves into the alarming implications of Trump’s recent tweets calling for violence against Democrats. She emphasizes the importance of military personnel recognizing their duty to refuse unlawful orders, advocating for accountability in the armed forces. Houlahan highlights the growing concerns within the military regarding Trump’s legal boundaries and opens up a vital debate on the implications of his rhetoric for democracy and the Constitution. Her insights underscore why public discourse on these issues is crucial.
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Tweets Trigger Public Debate On Illegal Orders
- Greg Sargent frames Trump's tweets as calls for execution after Democrats urged service members to refuse illegal orders.
- That public response forced a national debate about whether the president is issuing unlawful commands.
Pattern Of Legal Overreach Raises Military Risks
- Chrissy Houlahan cites 149 instances of the president pushing legal boundaries across months.
- That pattern makes it reasonable to worry he might press military or intelligence personnel to carry out unlawful orders.
Follow The Oath To The Constitution
- Remember the oath is to the Constitution, not to the president or a party.
- Refuse unlawful orders and rely on legal obligations like the UCMJ and the law of war.