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groundloop

(11,519 posts)
Wed Jun 2, 2021, 07:10 PM Jun 2021

US Army will not investigate Flynn's comments about a coup after he appeared to endorse one [View all]

Source: CNN

The US Army said Wednesday that it will not investigate former Gen. Michael Flynn for statements he recently made in which he appeared to endorse a Myanmar-style coup occurring in the US.

"We are aware of the statements LTG (R) Flynn made May 30 and June 1. The Army is not investigating these statements further at this time," an Army spokesperson said in a statement.

Given the fact that Flynn is retired, the Army's decision is in line with the US military's typical approach to similar situations, when potential misconduct carried out by retired members who are out of uniform does not prompt an investigation by the armed services.

Flynn is facing bipartisan criticism after appearing to endorse a Myanmar-style coup in the US during an event in Dallas on Sunday in which an audience member raised the idea.

Read more: https://www.cnn.com/2021/06/02/politics/michael-flynn-coup-military-not-investigating/index.html



FUCK THAT!!!!!! His ass needs to lose the pension which is being paid for by the government he opposes.
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maybe but the us army can not investigate him unless he is actually recalled into duty. drray23 Jun 2021 #1
I fear this may be a mistake. Joinfortmill Jun 2021 #2
I fear you are absolutely correct. patphil Jun 2021 #3
Flynn DENVERPOPS Jun 2021 #14
Again, no consequences for insurrection n/t Bobstandard Jun 2021 #16
Dear Army that means Flynn wants to overthrow the Army also...do you get that? StClone Jun 2021 #17
No surprise. These people are all above the law and won't pay any price at all. What a country. PSPS Jun 2021 #4
I hope someone has eyes on stillcool Jun 2021 #5
He's Already Been Confirmed As A 4-Star COL Mustard Jun 2021 #11
This can only end in tears. PurgedVoter Jun 2021 #6
"We already know he will tell secret to girls in order to impress them." Are you confusing Flynn and Escurumbele Jun 2021 #30
Flynn too. orangecrush Jun 2021 #32
This is utter bullshit. What is going on that the Biden admin is letting this shit go unchecked? Evolve Dammit Jun 2021 #7
What's to investigate? Generic Brad Jun 2021 #8
Double FUCK THAT!!! BigmanPigman Jun 2021 #9
Nothing to investigate, it's all in the video. Now if the Biden administration wants something done, CCExile Jun 2021 #10
All good questions. nt oldsoftie Jun 2021 #12
What's to investigate? He said it openly relayerbob Jun 2021 #13
What proof do you have they are "watching what he says privately and to whom"? Escurumbele Jun 2021 #27
Green light to both Flynns. MerryBlooms Jun 2021 #15
I'd like to hear from some of our ex-military officers about what the actual rules are. GulfCoast66 Jun 2021 #18
Secretary of the Army EndlessWire Jun 2021 #21
President Biden Smackdown2019 Jun 2021 #33
Oath Smackdown2019 Jun 2021 #34
FBI Smackdown2019 Jun 2021 #35
It's not Flynn I'm worried about. louis-t Jun 2021 #19
This message was self-deleted by its author hamsterjill Jun 2021 #20
There is no fan club without a leader, Flynn needs to be court martialed Escurumbele Jun 2021 #26
Not enough of anything lately -- vaccinations, justice, action -- it's disheartening. ancianita Jun 2021 #22
Well put. Democrats need to start fighting hard, that is the way to stop the bullies. Escurumbele Jun 2021 #25
We have to cultivate hope, because optimism isn't deep enough. ancianita Jun 2021 #28
Wonder how bold the wingers will get? Maxheader Jun 2021 #23
I keep saying it, but no one wants to believe me...don't trust your military, too much coziness with Escurumbele Jun 2021 #24
+1 ancianita Jun 2021 #29
+1 CrispyQ Jun 2021 #36
I think 75% of that decission derives from the Military's position it is outside politics .... marble falls Jun 2021 #31
Not exactly right. EndlessWire Jun 2021 #37
I'm right enough. marble falls Jun 2021 #38
Innocent people will die because Flynn is not addressed with prejudice. PufPuf23 Jun 2021 #39
Of course ck4829 Jun 2021 #40
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