[Non-Sequitur]

An illiegitimate CinC = an illegitimate chain of command. The orders are technically not lawful.

In your opinion.

[edge919]

I was commenting from the general point of view of the Blackstone of Military Law, William Wintrhop, who said the President is the original source and authority for military regulations. Just stands to reason that a CinC with compromised authority compromises the chain of command.