WASHINGTON — For a third time during Donald Trump’s presidency, his top defense chiefs have spoken out during a moment of upheaval, issuing a memo to troops describing the violence at the U.S. Capitol as “sedition” and “insurrection” and affirming that Joe Biden is the incoming president.
In an internal memo that was unusual for military leaders who traditionally try to avoid commenting on anything related to politics, the top uniformed officers of each military branch reminded troops of their sworn duty to protect the constitutional process and transition of power.
It was signed by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Army Gen. Mark Milley and all of the members of the Joint Staff.
