Sen. Mark Kelly says Trump and Hegseth are 'not serious people' amid video investigation

Former CIA Moscow station chief has cautioned that Russian President Vladimir Putin may leverage ongoing negotiations regarding Ukraine to gain a tactical advantage on the battlefield, rather than seeking genuine peace. This warning comes as a Ukrainian delegation engages with top officials from the Trump administration.

Senator Mark Kelly faced scrutiny regarding his comments urging military personnel to disobey illegal orders from the Trump administration, raising questions about his stance on military obedience. This follows a Pentagon investigation into potential misconduct related to a video featuring Kelly and other lawmakers.

Senator Mark Kelly announced that the Senate Armed Services Committee will conduct an investigation into reported follow-up military strikes on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean, stating that military officials will be put under oath. This inquiry follows concerns about the legality and consequences of the strikes, which reportedly resulted in civilian casualties.

President Donald Trump announced the complete closure of airspace above and surrounding Venezuela, citing a deteriorating security situation and increased military activity in the region. The Venezuelan government responded by condemning this declaration as a violation of international law and a 'colonialist threat' to its sovereignty.

Senator Markwayne Mullin stated that President Trump does not intend to deploy troops to Venezuela, emphasizing a non-military approach to the situation. This declaration comes amid escalating tensions and military operations planned against Venezuelan drug traffickers, which Trump announced will begin soon.

The Trump administration has announced an indefinite halt on immigration from Afghanistan following a shooting incident near the White House that left one National Guard member dead and another critically injured. The suspected shooter, identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, reportedly entered the U.S. during the 2021 airlift. This incident has raised significant concerns regarding security and immigration policies.

President Donald Trump announced the complete closure of Venezuelan airspace, citing a deteriorating security situation and increased military activity in the region. This declaration is aimed at airlines and aims to curb drug trafficking and other illegal activities in the area.

Senator Mark Kelly publicly criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as 'unqualified' during a recent statement, asserting that former President Donald Trump does not comprehend the Constitution. This criticism follows a video in which Kelly and other Democratic lawmakers encouraged military personnel to defy illegal orders, prompting an investigation by the Defense Department into Kelly's conduct.