Senator Mark Kelly has sued Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, alleging the Pentagon illegally attempted to demote him in retaliation for political speech. The legal action follows a video in which Kelly, a retired Navy captain and astronaut, stated military personnel could refuse unlawful orders, drawing criticism from President Trump and Hegseth, who labeled the remarks “seditious.” Kelly’s lawsuit claims Hegseth’s attempts to lower his retirement grade and issue a censure violated his free speech rights and due process, arguing the government cannot retroactively alter retirement status based on post-service political views. The Defense Department declined to comment on the ongoing litigation.
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Senator Mark Kelly sues Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth over attempted demotion
By mychabi2013
