COL Macgregor Questions Military Actions: Calls for Investigation into Sec. Hegseth and Admiral Bradley

This past weekend, a live broadcast showed a military operation, and the participants and their affiliations were known. The initial strike was witnessed, but due to the demands of the Department of War, the observer moved on before the sensitive site exploitation phase. While not personally seeing survivors, the aftermath was described as a fiery, smoky scene, obscuring visibility – a situation often referred to as the fog of war.

Key Takeaways

• A call for the suspension of Secretary Hegseth and Admiral Bradley pending an investigation.
• Concerns raised about a potential war crime related to a September 2nd mission.
• Criticism of a social media post perceived as insensitive.
• Emphasis on the need for accountability within military decision-making.

The Fog of War vs. The Fog of Fear

Following the event, a social media post featuring a cartoon character, Franklin the Turtle, was shared. This post depicted the character using a weapon against people in a boat, with a caption suggesting it was a children’s story or a Christmas wish list item. This was described as a twisted way of thinking.

In contrast, a statement from Secretary Hegseth was quoted, expressing full support for Admiral Bradley, calling him an American hero and a true professional. The statement affirmed backing for the combat decisions made on the September 2nd mission and others, stating that America is fortunate to have such men protecting them and that the Department of War stands behind its warriors.

However, the sentiment expressed in the transcript suggests this situation is not merely the fog of war, but rather the fog of fear closing in. This implies a deeper, more concerning atmosphere surrounding the events.

The Need For An Investigation

There is a strong assertion that an investigation is necessary. If this investigation uncovers evidence that the Admiral was explicitly ordered to carry out the action and obeyed without hesitation, then both the Admiral and the Secretary of Defense would be considered guilty of a war crime. At that point, there would be no room for discussion.

The proposal is to suspend both men from active duty while the investigation is ongoing. The reasoning is that if these actions are indeed wrong, they must stop immediately and must not be repeated under any circumstances.