Anderson Cooper 360 FBI Seeks To Interview Democratic Lawmakers In Controversial Video
Nov 26, 2025
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Unprecedented FBI Move Raises Free Speech Issues
- The FBI seeking to question six Democratic lawmakers over a video is highly unusual and raises First Amendment concerns.
- John Miller notes FBI policy forbids investigations based solely on protected speech, creating a legal and political morass.
Legal Oath Versus Political Backlash
- The six lawmakers' message urging service members to refuse illegal orders echoed the legal oath many service members take.
- The statement is factually correct but politically weaponized by the administration as sedition or treason.
Use Constitutional Protections If Interviewed
- Members of Congress can refuse FBI interviews by invoking the Speech and Debate Clause and other protections.
- John Miller warns subpoenas and grand juries face constitutional hurdles when targeting legislative speech.