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The Trial of a Navy SEAL Chief

Jul 8, 2019

Dave Philipps, a military correspondent for The New York Times, sheds light on the high-profile trial of Navy SEAL Chief Edward Gallagher. He discusses the shocking allegations made against Gallagher by his own team members, exposing the inner dynamics of military culture. The courtroom drama unfolds with unexpected testimonies that shift the trial's outcome and raise concerns about accountability in military operations. Philipps emphasizes the broader implications of the verdict on the SEAL community, sparking discussions on loyalty and moral dilemmas in wartime.

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Intro

2min

Trial of a SEAL: Allegations and Accountability

16min

Courtroom Tension and Verdict in a Navy SEAL Trial

2min

Loyalty and Consequences in the SEAL Community

5min

Current Events: Nuclear Tensions, Apologies and Women's World Cup Victory

3min

The trial of Special Operations Chief Edward Gallagher, a decorated member of the Navy SEALs, offered rare insight into a culture that is, by design, difficult to penetrate. Our colleague tells us what he learned from the verdict. Guest: Dave Philipps, who covers the military for The New York Times. For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily.

Background reading:

After a key witness for prosecutors changed his story on the stand, Chief Gallagher was found not guilty of the most serious charges against him, including the first-degree murder of a captive ISIS fighter and attempted murder of civilians in Iraq.
Some SEAL commanders expressed worry that the verdict would discourage others from reporting possible war crimes in the future.

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