Fact Check: Did members of Congress urge soldiers to disobey legal orders?

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Claimant: Social Media

Claim: Two U.S. senators and four representatives urged U.S. military personnel to disobey legal orders.

Rating: BLATANT LIE

Explanation: Lead Stories confirmed that the lawmakers stated military members must refuse illegal orders — not legal ones. U.S. law and the Uniform Code of Military Justice require obedience to all lawful orders, while carrying out illegal orders can lead to criminal prosecution. The claim misrepresents their message.

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Last Updated on November 24, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check

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