An executive order issued by President Donald Trump has raised concerns among legal experts regarding its potential impact on the military's legal processes. The order grants the president and attorney general the authority to provide authoritative interpretations of law for the executive branch, including the Defense Department. This has led to worries that military commanders may be hesitant to refuse unlawful orders out of fear of punishment.
The order comes at a time when the administration has indicated a willingness to involve the military in domestic operations, such as immigration detention at the southern border. The lack of clarity on how the order will be implemented has left military law experts questioning its implications.
