You can bet this was ordered by Donald Trump and carried out by Pete Hegseth. But right now, that's besides the point. 

The Department of War is coming after me because they don’t like what I have to say.

The official US Department of War X account: “OFFICIAL STATEMENT: 

The Department of War has received serious allegations of misconduct against Captain Mark Kelly, USN (Ret.). In accordance with the Uniform Code of Military Justice, 10 U.S.C. § 688, and other applicable regulations, a thorough review of these allegations has been initiated to determine further actions, which may include recall to active duty for court-martial proceedings or administrative measures. This matter will be handled in compliance with military law, ensuring due process and impartiality. Further official comments will be limited, to preserve the integrity of the proceedings.
 
The Department of War reminds all individuals that military retirees remain subject to the UCMJ for applicable offenses, and federal laws such as 18 U.S.C. § 2387 prohibit actions intended to interfere with the loyalty, morale, or good order and discipline of the armed forces. Any violations will be addressed through appropriate legal channels.
 
All servicemembers are reminded that they have a legal obligation under the UCMJ to obey lawful orders and that orders are presumed to be lawful.  A servicemember’s personal philosophy does not justify or excuse the disobedience of an otherwise lawful order.”

When I was 22 years old, I swore an oath to the Constitution. I've upheld that oath every day since.

If Trump is trying to intimidate me from doing my job, it won’t work.

I’ve given too much to this country to be silenced by bullies who care more about their own power than about protecting the Constitution.

Call this what it is: Political persecution.

You can bet this was ordered by Donald Trump and carried out by Pete Hegseth. But right now, that's besides the point.

The point is that I need you to chip in whatever you can afford to Roy Cooper and me so we have the resources necessary to fight back against what comes next.

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We will not give up the ship.

Mark Kelly