An active-duty military officer just took a public stand against the commander-in-chief on Wednesday. U.S. Air Force Maj. Jason Watson was arrested on the steps of the U.S. Capitol after delivering a speech calling for the impeachment and removal of President Donald Trump. Per the Washington Times, demonstrating on the Capitol steps is against the law unless the individual is accompanied by a member of Congress.
Watson was initially joined by Democratic Rep. Al Green of Texas following a press conference held by the Removal Coalition. Once Green left, police officers warned the major to stop his demonstration, but he refused, leading to his arrest for 22-1307 Crowding, Obstructing, and Incommoding. A spokesperson for the Capitol Police noted that there are plenty of other spots on the grounds where demonstrating is allowed, but the steps remain restricted.
