Some say the Pentagon is misreading military law to go after Kelly as a retired Navy fighter pilot. Service members are generally entitled to retirement pay after completing 20 years of active duty. AdvertisementVokey said Hegseth has personal jurisdiction over Kelly because Kelly is entitled to retirement pay. “The video simply described the law as it pertains to lawful versus unlawful orders,” the group said. “It did not suborn mutiny or otherwise encourage military members to disregard or disobey lawful orders issued to them.”AdvertisementFILE - The Pentagon is seen on Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023, in Washington.
