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Official Statement (Department of War regarding Mark Kelly)
X.com ^ | November 24, 2025 | Department of War

Posted on 11/24/2025 10:30:03 AM PST by chrisinoc

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.

9:50 AM · Nov 24, 2025

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TOPICS: Government; Military/Veterans
KEYWORDS: markkelly; militarytribunal; seditioussix

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From Pete Hegseth:

The video made by the “Seditious Six” was despicable, reckless, and false. Encouraging our warriors to ignore the orders of their Commanders undermines every aspect of “good order and discipline.” Their foolish screed sows doubt and confusion — which only puts our warriors in danger.

Five of the six individuals in that video do not fall under @DeptofWar jurisdiction (one is CIA and four are former military but not “retired”, so they are no longer subject to UCMJ). However, Mark Kelly (retired Navy Commander) is still subject to UCMJ—and he knows that.

As was announced, the Department is reviewing his statements and actions, which were addressed directly to all troops while explicitly using his rank and service affiliation—lending the appearance of authority to his words. Kelly’s conduct brings discredit upon the armed forces and will be addressed appropriately.

1 posted on 11/24/2025 10:30:03 AM PST by chrisinoc
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To: chrisinoc

Because of the huge amount of “Reeeeeeee!” going on out there, I predict this is a bunch of noise with no follow-up.


2 posted on 11/24/2025 10:38:42 AM PST by ponygirl (Stay gold.)
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To: chrisinoc

I think the law says “whoever”...military or not.


3 posted on 11/24/2025 10:39:39 AM PST by Bonemaker (invictus maneo)
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To: ponygirl

” recall to active duty for court-martial proceedings “

Perfect.


4 posted on 11/24/2025 10:43:57 AM PST by brownsfan (We are already on the slippery slope.)
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To: brownsfan

He knew what he was doing and any risk of punishment was taken into account.


5 posted on 11/24/2025 10:47:20 AM PST by DIRTYSECRET
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To: chrisinoc

If they take action against Kelly it will make him a huge hero to the left. Make a martyr out of him and the democrats will want to elect him president.

Yes, they hate Trump and America that much.


6 posted on 11/24/2025 10:51:44 AM PST by Bullish (My tagline ran off with another man, but it's okay... I wasn't married to it.)
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To: chrisinoc

So... a strongly worded letter, huh?


7 posted on 11/24/2025 10:52:04 AM PST by Obadiah
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To: ponygirl

We’ve seen a lot of that lately. Big talk, nothing more: Venezuela is the current big talk topic.


8 posted on 11/24/2025 10:55:16 AM PST by Midwesterner53
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To: chrisinoc

LMAO!

Whether they actually do recall him to active duty and court martial him or not he has got to be having a hell of a bad day today.

He knows what he did and he knows he did wrong and bet nothing would be said or happen but he was wrong.

It is likely I will chuckle about this now and again for the rest of the week.

Hey Mark! Have a nice day!


9 posted on 11/24/2025 11:02:06 AM PST by Sequoyah101
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To: chrisinoc

Relocate trees from Pentagon courtyard. Construct gallows atop center pavilion. Have very loud function tests with dummies each weekday around lunchtime.


10 posted on 11/24/2025 11:33:51 AM PST by MikelTackNailer (Knowing may be half the battle but preparedness and determination decide it.)
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To: Sequoyah101

I picture pacing, phone calls up the yin yang, Xanax, whiskey sweat

This is not boasberg. There’s no smirking going on


11 posted on 11/24/2025 11:34:44 AM PST by stanne
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To: Bullish

“If they take action against Kelly...”

In other words, the Trump administration should be fearful of him??? That would mean he holds the big stick.

The Pentagon has no choice but to fry his sorry ass.

I like what Glenn Beck said: if this video happened in Russia, everyone would think a coup was happening.


12 posted on 11/24/2025 11:54:00 AM PST by odawg
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To: brownsfan

Be still, my heart....


13 posted on 11/24/2025 12:28:00 PM PST by Bigg Red ( Lord, make me an instrument of your peace.)
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To: Bonemaker
I think the law says “whoever”...military or not.

It says two or more persons conspiring for civilians (8 U.S.C. § 2384). For military, the USMJ applies at 10 U.S. Code § 894 - Art. 94. It applies to any person, no conspiracy required.

14 posted on 11/24/2025 1:22:32 PM PST by IndispensableDestiny
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To: chrisinoc

Bye, Bye, Naval Captain pension and elite health care!


15 posted on 11/24/2025 1:31:07 PM PST by zeestephen (Trump Landslide? Kamala lost the election by 230,000 votes, in WI, MI, and PA.)
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To: Bullish
Make a martyr out of him and the democrats will want to elect him president.

This ahole gets drilled like he should, he can run after 2053.

16 posted on 11/24/2025 1:40:41 PM PST by xone ( )
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To: stanne

I figure as much as well. I figure very long walks to nowhere and looking for a lawyer.

I’d volunteer a good former Marine JAG but I don’t want to help Kelly. Let him find his own.


17 posted on 11/24/2025 2:10:38 PM PST by Sequoyah101
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