i’m eating bread and hummus—right now—while watching. Lefty foods, right?
We’re enjoying a vacay in California. Last night we saw Lucinda Williams at the Troubadour! We’ve been Lucinda fans since 1979 when we would see her at Anderson Fair in Houston. Last night, Lucinda was in fine form. She “sent out” a song to Donald Trump: “You can’t rule me.” It was a great night that I’ll always remember.
The people in California have been so nice and friendly and sane! It’s a great state with great people.
How does US national security law work, for example if Hegseth (as Secretary of Defense, a civilian appointee) proposes or decides on an action breaching security statutes (e.g., unauthorized disclosure under the Espionage Act or mishandling classified info), the highest-ranking military officers (e.g., Joint Chiefs of Staff as “professionals”) have specific roles and liabilities:
• Duty to advise against: The Joint Chiefs must provide independent military advice to the SecDef and President, including warnings if a proposed decision is unlawful, unconstitutional, or violates rules of engagement—emphasizing risks to national security or legal compliance. They cannot simply defer but must actively counsel against it, potentially escalating to Congress or invoking ethical obligations under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).
• If the decision becomes an order: Military officers have a “duty to disobey” unlawful orders that violate laws, the Constitution, or international norms (e.g., under UCMJ Articles 90/92). Refusal may lead to retaliation, but following could expose them to criminal liability (e.g., court-martial for aiding a breach).
Hegseth, as the civilian leader, bears primary liability for the breach (e.g., criminal penalties, impeachment), but military officers may share it if they fail to advise/disobey and enable the action—though civilian control means they cannot override him outright. He cannot avoid “fixing” the issue (e.g., via damage control or accountability) if it endangers security. Do you see similarities to consumer protection laws?
What a GREAT podcast! Yes!! Things the we NEED to do so that we can stay healthy. Wow, THANKS for discussing this, b/c it's REALLY an important issue. We all need self care to get through all of this, and stay balanced. I can't tell you how MUCH this discussion means to us all. Thanks again. : )
i’m eating bread and hummus—right now—while watching. Lefty foods, right?
We’re enjoying a vacay in California. Last night we saw Lucinda Williams at the Troubadour! We’ve been Lucinda fans since 1979 when we would see her at Anderson Fair in Houston. Last night, Lucinda was in fine form. She “sent out” a song to Donald Trump: “You can’t rule me.” It was a great night that I’ll always remember.
The people in California have been so nice and friendly and sane! It’s a great state with great people.
How does US national security law work, for example if Hegseth (as Secretary of Defense, a civilian appointee) proposes or decides on an action breaching security statutes (e.g., unauthorized disclosure under the Espionage Act or mishandling classified info), the highest-ranking military officers (e.g., Joint Chiefs of Staff as “professionals”) have specific roles and liabilities:
• Duty to advise against: The Joint Chiefs must provide independent military advice to the SecDef and President, including warnings if a proposed decision is unlawful, unconstitutional, or violates rules of engagement—emphasizing risks to national security or legal compliance. They cannot simply defer but must actively counsel against it, potentially escalating to Congress or invoking ethical obligations under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).
• If the decision becomes an order: Military officers have a “duty to disobey” unlawful orders that violate laws, the Constitution, or international norms (e.g., under UCMJ Articles 90/92). Refusal may lead to retaliation, but following could expose them to criminal liability (e.g., court-martial for aiding a breach).
Hegseth, as the civilian leader, bears primary liability for the breach (e.g., criminal penalties, impeachment), but military officers may share it if they fail to advise/disobey and enable the action—though civilian control means they cannot override him outright. He cannot avoid “fixing” the issue (e.g., via damage control or accountability) if it endangers security. Do you see similarities to consumer protection laws?
Love her but she is 10 why does she need therapy
I always appreciate the conversations that the two of you have!
What a GREAT podcast! Yes!! Things the we NEED to do so that we can stay healthy. Wow, THANKS for discussing this, b/c it's REALLY an important issue. We all need self care to get through all of this, and stay balanced. I can't tell you how MUCH this discussion means to us all. Thanks again. : )