DOJ probing Dem senator for video warning military of unlawful orders
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www.democracydocket.comDirect answer: The latest notable coverage centers on Sen. Elissa Slotkin being under federal investigation related to a November video urging service members to refuse illegal orders, with responses noting threats she faced and political controversy surrounding the probe.[2][4][5]
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www.democracydocket.comSen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich., reportedly faces a federal probe after her participation in a video encouraging service members to "refuse illegal orders."
www.foxnews.comRep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich., has "expressed concern to allies that she may not be able to win her race if Biden is at the top of the ticket," The Washington Post reported.
www.foxnews.comSlotkin said she won't be silenced by the investigation.
abcnews.go.comThe senator called the investigation 'legal intimidation.'
www.politico.comThe Michigan senator is the second Democratic lawmaker to be targeted by the Trump administration with an investigation following the video.
www.nbcnews.comThe investigation comes after Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly, a former Navy pilot and astronaut, was censured for participating in the same video.
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