TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - The video and then the response continue to ignite volleys from both sides over a message to members of the Armed Forces to disobey illegal orders.

Senator Mark Kelly, a retired Navy captain, is now being investigated by the Pentagon.

The Pentagon said the video message, in which he is seen, interferes with the morale of the troops, while the senator says threats of a court martial are bullying by the administration.

Senator Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, was one of six democratic members of Congress telling the troops they must disobey illegal orders.

When President Trump called it treason, they responded they’re reminding servicemembers of something they’re already told.

The Pentagon tweeted in part:

The Department of War received serious allegations of misconduct

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