An everyday troop is court-martialed for what a general officer is given a slap on the wrist.
Jackie Speier: “An everyday troop is court-martialed for what a general officer is given a slap on the wrist.”
On the recordFebruary 6, 2018
Source
congress.govEditor's note · Context
Speier highlights the disparity in accountability between lower ranks and senior officers.
Share
More from Jackie Speier
Oct 30, 2022
I'm more anxious, and I think for all Members, there is going to be more trepidation associated with them being out with their constituents.
Oct 30, 2022
This is so egregious. And I think the American people need to sit back for a moment and think about as something like that happened in their home, how would they feel their sanctuary.
Oct 30, 2022
Until the Republicans speak out strongly against this and join with the Democrats to make sure that any conduct by Members in Congress, or people that try to address Members of Congress in vicious ways are properly handled, it's going to…





