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A U.S. airman says he is facing criminal charges for criticizing President Trump over the Iran war, which is believed to be the first major in history of the U.S. military has been charged under the uniform code of military justice for contemptuous words against officials. Major Jason Watson has been detained twice in recent weeks. On one occasion, he called for Mr. Trump's impeachment â while in uniform at the U.S. Watson's attorney told CBS News that he is charged with three violations of Article 88 for alleged contemptuous remarks about Mr.
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The 40-year-old is also charged with disobeying orders and conduct unbecoming an officer.The charges are the rare occurrence of the U.S. military not handling punishment behind closed doors.
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