There are military regulations that forbid a member from publicly expressing negative views of their leaders. That applies when in uniform. Lt Col Vidman has violated those rules and orders from his commander to cease such conduct. He appeared in full uniform and insisted that he be addressed by his rank. That makes him guilty of insubordination and failure to obey direct orders. He could be reduced in rank, lose security clearance and ,maybe, receive a bad conduct discharge. None of that will happen to the “Hero”. There are alternatives. He and his brother could be reassigned to a Biden type job with a 6x6 foot “office”, “his and his pots”, a 15 watt bulb for light and bread and water at random times. They are experienced at being confined in a small dark space.
Meantime I’m going to wash my brain with another cup of coffee. Feel free to add your ideas.
Your post makes me curious if you were ever in the military.
reduce him in rank and post him to Nome if not Leavenworth.