White House Supports Dept of War’s Investigation

.@PressSec: "The White House is supportive of the @DeptofWar's investigation into Senator Mark Kelly, and I think what Senator Mark Kelly was actually trying to do was intimidate the 1.3M active duty service members who are currently serving... you can't have a functioning… https://t.co/F2Aiq6UoP9 pic.twitter.com/QcmQv6cExr

— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) November 24, 2025

… 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.