Trump Action Archive

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• Pentagon launches investigation into Senator Mark Kelly — The Pentagon launched an investigation into Senator Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) for "serious allegations of misconduct" in response to a viral video in which Kelly and five other Democratic lawmakers urged military members to refuse illegal orders. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called the video "despicable, reckless and false." Kelly responded that intimidation would not silence him.
• FBI Counterterrorism Division opened investigation into six lawmakers — By November 25, 2025, the FBI's Counterterrorism Division notified Congress it was opening an inquiry into the six veteran lawmakers and requested interviews with all six members. The investigation was triggered by their one-minute video reminding service members of their legal obligation to refuse illegal orders—a principle codified in U.S. military law since 1950 and rooted in post-World War II Nuremberg principles. Legal experts confirmed the lawmakers were simply restating existing law and that their statement does not constitute sedition.
• Pentagon announced investigation of Senator Kelly and signaled possible recall to active duty — The Pentagon announced it is investigating Senator Mark Kelly, a retired Navy captain, and signaled it could recall him to active duty for possible court-martial over his participation in the video reminding troops of their legal obligation to refuse illegal orders. The threatened recall and court-martial of a sitting U.S. senator for restating military law represents an extraordinary use of military authority against a member of Congress.
• FBI contacts House and Senate regarding Democratic lawmakers' anti-Trump military video — The FBI contacted the House and Senate Sergeants at Arms requesting interviews with several Democratic members of Congress—Reps. Jason Crow, Maggie Goodlander, Chris Deluzio, and Chrissy Houlahan, plus Sen. Elissa Slotkin—after they filmed a video urging military troops not to follow illegal orders. The lawmakers characterized the FBI outreach as intimidation and harassment, with Sen. Slotkin stating that the President is "weaponizing the federal government against his perceived enemies."
• FBI counterterrorism division investigates Democratic lawmakers — The FBI's counterterrorism division launched an investigation into six Democratic lawmakers who appeared in a viral video calling on military members to refuse illegal orders. Four House members stated that the FBI contacted the House and Senate sergeant at arms to set up interviews. They accused Trump of "using the FBI as a tool to intimidate and harass members of Congress."
• Far-right figures call for investigation and deportation of Arab-Americans — In the days following the November 18 rally, far-right figures including Tommy Robinson, Wall Street Apes, and Sidney Powell used the Dearborn incident to call on the Department of Justice to investigate and deport Arab-Americans. These calls amplified the rally's narrative of victimhood and framed an entire ethnic group as a threat requiring federal action.
• FBI contacts Capitol Police to schedule interviews with six Democratic senators — Fox News reported that the FBI contacted US Capitol Police to schedule interviews with the six Democratic senators who released the video advising military personnel to refuse illegal orders. The interviews appear to be part of the broader investigation into the lawmakers' statements.
• Pentagon launches investigation into Senator Mark Kelly for video advising troops to refuse illegal orders — The Pentagon announced an investigation into Senator Mark Kelly and five other Democratic lawmakers after they released a video advising military service members that they can refuse illegal orders and warning of "threats to our constitution" from within the administration. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called the video "despicable, reckless, and false." Trump characterized the senators' statement as "seditious behaviour" punishable by death. The Pentagon warned it could recall Kelly to active duty for court-martial under a federal law prohibiting military retirees from interfering with military discipline.

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• Trump demands Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook resign and threatens termination over unverified mortgage fraud allegations — President Trump publicly demanded that Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook resign, threatening to fire her if she does not step down voluntarily. The demand follows unverified allegations of mortgage fraud leveled by FHFA head Bill Pulte. Cook, appointed in 2022 for a 14-year term, has not been singled out as a Trump antagonist but her role on the Fed board that sets interest rates—which Trump has pressured to cut—appears to have made her a target. Cook stated she has "no intention of being bullied" and will gather information to address questions about her financial history.
• Trump fires Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook — Trump fired Lisa Cook, the first Black woman to serve as a governor of the Federal Reserve, accusing her of committing mortgage fraud. Cook said she will not resign, pointing out that Trump can only legally fire her "for cause" and that "no cause exists under the law." Her lawyer said Trump's "reflex to bully is flawed" and his demands lack legal authority.
• Trump announced removal of Federal Reserve Board Governor Lisa Cook "for cause" — President Trump announced via social media that he was removing Federal Reserve Board Governor Lisa Cook from her position "for cause," citing allegations from William Pulte (head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency) that Cook had made false statements on a mortgage years ago. Cook has not been charged with any crime. Trump has been pressuring the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates and has mused about taking control of the Fed himself. Cook responded stating Trump has no authority to remove her and she will not resign.
• Trump attempted to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook — Trump attempted to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, claiming cause under the Federal Reserve Act. Cook, appointed by President Biden to a term ending in 2038, refused to resign and stated she would challenge the firing in court. Cook's attorney Abbe Lowell stated that Trump's action lacked proper process, basis, or legal authority. Under the Federal Reserve Act, Fed governors can only be removed "for cause," and Cook has not been charged with any crime. The justification came from Bill Pulte, Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, who cited alleged mortgage fraud investigations.
• Trump fired Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook without stated cause — President Trump removed Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook from office, citing mortgage fraud allegations that legal analysts suggest may not withstand court scrutiny. Trump justified the removal as addressing what his administration characterized as an unqualified diversity hire. The firing demonstrates presidential power over the Fed and signals intent to pressure the institution into adopting monetary policies aligned with Trump's preferences, undermining the Fed's institutional independence.