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Made feet away from Trump’s newly appointed Secretary of Defence. Over the last few days practically the entire civilian leadership at the Pentagon has been replaced by Trump loyalists. Terrifying times, but I take solace in the above.
So to all the Trumpist cosplayers who seek to overturn the result with violence, I’m saying I’m ready for your coup now. I don’t want it, but it’ll tickle me greatly to see you fight the 101st Airborne, however briefly.
Slightly longer clip: https://youtu.be/nMaI1Hg8dl8 if anyone has the full speech please put it in the comments and I’ll update here.
Edit: full speech https://youtu.be/6Q5AqImvbuU?t=1015 (thank you @Lazarillo)
hotdoginathermos
however briefly...
BootsDusty
NursePaulFlowers
He should seriously fuck around and find out. I took that oath. Try it.
TheRealPumpkinQueen
I serve the people of the United States and live the Army values!
Hipcatjack
LDRSHIP
DontSayRepeat
Lazarillo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Q5AqImvbuU Here's the whole event. Milley's speech starts at around 17 minutes in.
kc2syk
Thank you
Sweetcharade83
"Against all enemies, foreign and domestic."
MaxximumB
This speech will allow the rest of the world to breath a little easier.
copingcabana
If Trump were actually doing his job and getting daily briefings, this would be awkward.
rebuildingdrizzt3000
Suck it Cheeto!
msdss
I would pay to see Trump's redneck militia go against literally any trained military force.
shackattacktime
The best part is he did this with Trump's new loyal Secretary of Defense sitting next to him
TheSecondPiewackit
This all feels like 3/4 of the way through a mob movie where everyone starts doing coke and the whole thing starts to unravel.
3006mv
It’s as if the drumphtards don’t understand the US Constitution
upfr0mhere
The document they've ignored and violated repeatedly for the last four years? *shocked Pikachu face*
sadurdaynight
bashshell
Why do I feel that the majority of the people wanting a coup, never actually served? I just get this gut feeling.
Copperbrat
"bEcAuSe tHeYrE nOT LoSeRs aNd sUcKeRs"
CandidGamera
“The soldier above all others prays for peace, for it is the soldier who must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war.”
CandidGamera
-- Douglas MacArthur
LoligoTX
Most of the uberpatriots demanding you stand for the anthem and all that noise never raised their right hand for anything.
Eniff
I've never served and I think a coup would be absolutely terrifying. It would end America as we know it.
pmjensen22
Gravy Seals. Meal Team 6. Y'all Qaeda. Bunch of military dropouts or never were who think they are going to ride or die but can't run 1mile.
NonBinaricAllBarbaric
“Yeehawdists” was a good one I heard the other day
Spartavius
I got to be his security once. Nice guy, but absolutely hates having security.
ComcastLover
Because of insecurity? Yea I don't know, I'm just trying to make puns...
DrKriegersClone
Sort of like the meme about how Jason Momoa's bodyguards are like mini-bosses surrounding the real big guy?
ITweetBBQ
That's the sign of a good VIP right there. I knew a guy who thought we were a status symbol.
IFoundaBagOfFireworksInMensRestroom
I’d like to hear more about that or any interesting stories if you are willing/allowed to.
Spartavius
Sure. I did it twice. The first time I was outer perimeter security for an event and was told not to approach him because he hated that we
Spartavius
Were there. Having been a soldier for so long, his mentality was that he could handle any threat without our help. Closest to him I got was
Spartavius
20 feet, farthest we were placed from him was about 100. The second time I was the lead vehicle in a convoy. I was responsible for halting
Spartavius
Traffic through intersections and cutting off traffic in the oncoming lane if they were making a left turn. Almost got hit a few times.
Thatguywiththecamo
Request: can we shine a different light on this? This isn't some "dont fuck with us big power play" type thing; its just the job description
SkinnCakeKing
He left out space force :(
AnAlienFromUranus
They probably aren't in the museum yet. They should make their own museum on the moon tho, that would be badass!
whitewater0034
NickRivieraMD
"Space warfighters" doesn't quite roll off the tongue. >
NickRivieraMD
https://www.military.com/daily-news/2020/08/10/space-force-members-called-space-warfighters-new-doctrinal-publication.html
mikenco
That message is a clear as day. If one man-baby and his fucking ego doesn't toe the line, he'd better stand down, or stand by!
GeneralAnubis
Stand by... for effect
hireling
Or better yet he should sit down and shut up.
moquan88
Can't upvote, it's at 69
bucketsandskirts
420 now
SlasherQuan
Found two more tags to follow here today.
VoidBlep
I love the subtle emphasis on "tyrant" and "dictator," although that could just be his natural rhythm and intonation of the hard consonants.
WitchDoctor666
In his position, public speaking is heavily trained. It's intentional.
Artoris
I don't know if he emphasized it. But, I'm half deaf...he did however raise his eyes to engage the camera on those.
TheyCallMeSunshine
It was the eye contact for me
Artoris
It is usually more of a turn-on.
TheyCallMeSunshine
Haha, it definitely can be. But with his tone and that steely look, this man was sending a different kind of message!
TrustMeImADog
The very inclusion of those words is telling. He could have said "we do not take an oath to a president". He intentionally picked "tyrant"
certainlynotaserialkiller
he is a career man, he can make any word sound like that. its intentional as fuck.
Biigs
Absolutely. Nothing at his level is accidental.
certainlynotaserialkiller
well, its still the army. expectations should be moderated.
iDontKnowAllYourSecrets
InTENtional as FUCK
bashshell
was meant for Trump and any thinking of following his steps. I read the speech, didn't know it was recorded. @OP title checks out.
nickgreyden
Got a link for those of us at work and on mobile?
dukegonzo
That was 100% disgust in his voice.
WitchDoctor666
Disgust, contempt, revulsion, bitterness, and just a hint of satisfaction that he can legally say this.
nyarkarper
I got a coin from him once
elcanon04
What do you get when you cross a penis and a potato? Dictator!!!
Manbehindthemadness
I’m betting we are going to discover a lot of state secrets were sold after this is all said and done.
RSMT
BaronSpaghetti
It’s not just the military who takes that oath. Every fed does. Every peace corps volunteer does. It goes far beyond the military.
MissAizea
R/conservative thinks this is a threat against Biden. Showing that the military will not support his presidency.
CorruptedJester
Yeah sure source?
MissAizea
https://www.reddit.com/r/Conservative/comments/jtc4ia/americas_top_military_officer_says_we_do_not_take/
CorruptedJester
so the 4 comments that aren't upvoted that mention biden means that that sub thinks it's about biden yeah sure ok LMAO
MissAizea
-pat- it's okay, buddy
CorruptedJester
QuantumBits
mycatToastwasafatasshole
Really?? Goddamn.
CorruptedJester
no
Splitlicker
They're going to support whoever is Commander in Chief as long as that person understands they are there to protect America. Period.
catsandcoke
SunAnvil
Hey man, what ever helps them fap.
gaiidraws2
Their self sealing alternate reality bubble is still holding huh. I guess I'm not surprised.
Skywatcher16
thats fine. if its hinged in any significant margin on this particular belief, its on a ticking clock.
MissAizea
Yeah; one person said that there's no proof for voter fraud, but there was strong evidence of it. Pretty confusing. Hard to understand them
BriefausdemGeist
I really enjoy the sentiment, but “unique” isn’t the proper word seeing as the US isn’t unique in this regard.
DarkBlueB
As a non-American, I agree. However I think it was the only way he could call Trump a “Queen, a dictator and a tyrant” w/o actually doing it
DarkBlueB
It’s glorious ?
yhppy
Its unique in practice. There are many so called army of the people who go and do the bidding of a tyrant
BriefausdemGeist
The vast majority of NATO countries have the same principle with their militaries.
yhppy
Many of those nations modelled their military after ours. That makes ours unique
Itaru
That's not what unique means. As soon as someone else does the same as you, it's not unique. It's literally what it means.
BriefausdemGeist
I think you need a refresher on basic grammar. Unique means “one of a kind.”
yhppy
The original is always unique. No need to be so dogmatic about definitions. Youre missing the point
BriefausdemGeist
There’s a difference between being an original and something being unique.
DarkBlueB
Your comment just shows complete ignorance about your country’s allies. His remark is different bc he addresses Trump himself: audience of 1
yhppy
And your reply is ignorant of the history of the US constitution and how innovative it was. The US did it first, others followed. Unique
DarkBlueB
That’s not the point GI Joe! The point is that it’s far from being unique! (By the way, Magna Carta 1215...)
Goldensands
Aye that irks me 2. Misguided superiority complexes like that are so common in US culture, which is precisely why it is the way it is.
yhppy
Its not misguided nor a superiority complex. Its an ideal worth pursuing
Goldensands
It’s a superiority complex. Screaming USA USA, pledge of allegiance, etc. It is indoctrination. Amounts to attending a catholic school. Oh
yhppy
No what you are referring to are the zealots. They are in all different groups. But they are just distractors. The ideal makes it worthwhile
Goldensands
70 million zealots. Created by indoctrination to your culture. Have a good nights sleep, patriot.
Goldensands
It no doubt sounds nice. Probably had a real good writing budget. That doesn’t change how it’s meant to be used, how it has been used on you
Goldensands
I’m wrong am I? So very wrong. 70 million+ times wrong.
Djkb6718
maxphule
dam, this is causing my allergies to swell up instantly. Its my allergies, I swear!
DarthFutuza
I get pandemic paranoia from seeing all those people together, even if they do have masks.
weaponengineer
Anyway...this is Wonderwall.
Zeroforwinger
That’s beautiful but everyone forgot to scream Oooooo
Djkb6718
ScottPilgrimVSTheIndians
Hey, Bmore! Now I want a Boh.
Bijrn
Didn't know Jeff Bezos could play the trumpet
iLikeHockey
He can buy anything now
ihavethelowground
That's Jeff's long lost brother geff bozo
XANDERcylinderPANTS
I like that his last name is different
youreablurb
*Geoff
PianoMan2112
Biden should release a statement stating that any career (not ones usually replaced every administration) employees who get fired refusing
magila
Biden will never say something like this. Our soldiers will do their duty to protect freedom without expectation of reward.
LokJok
As a veteran, well said. Soldiers know their duty is to the Constitution. Should Trump attempt a full coup, it will not go well for him.
gweKittenBandit
Just because Biden isn't Trump doesn't mean he is a saint!
Statchoo42
JackieTreehornProductions
No shit. The idea is to better the situation, not utopia. We have a baby in the WH. It’s time for baby steps to get back to normal.
BastofBelial
Yeah. We know. That's why we don't fly flags and wear shirts with his name on them.
PianoMan2112
a malicious order from a Trump temp will have their termination expunged (retaining their original hire date and benefits).
EggsaretheDevil
Good thing about decency from a decent person: it doesn't need to be stated. Better days are coming.
Digitalblade
That's actually a brilliant idea
Akurei00
It could have the negative effect of emboldening those that replace them. If Biden wins, they'd lose their "promotion".
Baughr
I would hope that would be a no brainer but yeah that would def be a big deal if he said it on record.
daanibf79
Biden is so far showing no intention of making waves of being confrontational.
PianoMan2112
(I just realized the only reason I know the word “expunged” is because a friend had to pay legal fees to get his record cleared because his
PianoMan2112
ex-girlfriend filed made-up assault charges against him, and he needed a clean record so he can get a firearms dealer license so he could
PianoMan2112
pen up a gun shop, and that whole thing is the most American thing I’ve ever typed.
MyNameIsntFkngWarren
Well Piano Man, I was in the mood for a melody, and this one’s got me feelin’ alright!
Jamerperson
Thought this story was gonna end in jumper cables
DarkBlueB
As much as it’s tempting to agree, I think that what Biden is trying to do is to *not* engage with Trump in any shape or form to emphasise
Santapanzer
50/50. He doesn't have to rehire but if they were wrongfully terminated it shouldn't reflect poorly for future employment.
GoodEarthBetweenMyToes
Agreed. It would also be a bad idea to promise re-hiring. Some of those who get sacked still shouldn't be there.
RogerTwoThree
It's the best thing he can do. Let the giant baby tire himself out while looking over at the parents in a very judgemental fashion.
lovehandlesmessiah
You cannot negotiate with someone who is in full denial of reality. It's better to let people see them unhinged and nigh insane.
DarkBlueB
his irrelevance and I think it’s working since Reps are now slowly coming out to acknowledge Biden’s victory and speak out on how dangerous
DarkBlueB
Trump’s refusal to help the transition from a NatSec’s perspective. It’s a very clever power play that makes him look even bigger and forces
DarkBlueB
forces Reps to admit defeat and do the finger pointing on Trump. Obviously I don’t know if the fired ppl will or can be re-hired, but there
DarkBlueB
is no doubt that ppl like Tata who once called Obama a ‘terrorist’ won’t last very long in their jobs! The worry is that those loyalists
BaxterTheMiniatureBuddha
Psychologically, Biden's tactic is the best defense. Ignoring a narcissist enrages them. I love watching it.
DarkBlueB
So do I. I think it’s a genius move.
Vaziera
Shows just how much we NEEDED a new president who can use logic over emotion or self-centered pride. Glad we have a real leader again.
elcee50
I don't think anyone in the military - rank-and-file or brass - has any interest in killing their countrymen in the name of Mango Unchained
kjtodd11
I met a few during my time in the Marine Corps that would, but most of them were discharged or thrown in the brig
md22mdrx
Oh, there’s MOST DEFINITELY a population of the military that would jump at that chance. The question is what % that is.
LouisFfuhr
Mango Unhinged
Animorphs
I know several former friends who are/were military who idolize Trump. Note: former friends.
Ramboon
But some of his followers dont see POC as countrymen. They see BLM as gangbangers, terrorists, cartel, illegal aliens, rioters, etc
hireling
Then you’d be fucking surprised and deeply disappointed in the military. I’m speaking as the father-in-law of an Army Ranger who is very
hireling
candid with me about the awfulness (with regards to specifically this issue) of his fellow soldiers.
Izdleve
I don't know any who have "an interest in killing" period. Plenty who are ready to single-handedly drag Trump out of the White House though.
ParryLost
Okay, you're being a bit TOO optimistic now. Hopefully there aren't MANY such people, is the most I'll say.
howmuchyamensch
As someone from Minneapolis who saw what went down, I can unfortunately say some do.
howmuchyamensch
Not all. Not most. But not none. And if not to kill, to hurt.
ImHereToGetDownvotes
They don't have the interest, but if it comes down to it, it'll be required. As he said; the oath is to the country and that means 1/
ImHereToGetDownvotes
fighting against the enemies of America, even if that enemy is American Republicans who try to overthrow our government. 2/2
jsavidge
I districtly heard him say they swore to protect the document call the Constitution, not to the country itself.
kutison
I like Mango Madness in regards to the cultism. Orange Julius Caesar. Creep Throat. Tangerine Tornado. Adolf Twitler. Agent Orange.
pygmypufftrampstamp
I saw Agolf Twitler recently. love that one
StaticNull
I just choked on my coffee...
kutison
Benedict Donald. Prima Donald. Vanilla Isis. Serial Feeler. Sniffles.
Statchoo42
Nice Nicknames! Dumbass Donald. Pumpkinhead. Donald Chump. Trumpster fire. Princess Donald. Little Red TwitterHood. (GOAT:Mango unchained)
DVSBSTrD
If they were willing to abandon the Kurds on his orders, why should I believe they won't abandon us?
TheActualMalloryArcher
Abandoning the kurds was a legal order. Any choice to disobey would auto-label us a foreign, rogue insurgent. Very different situation
Dellaaa
Wasn't on our shores, unfortunately. Different when you are facing friends and family on a battle line in your home town.
DVSBSTrD
So that makes it fine?
MDtheGM
Nobody said it was
ShitWasLitFam
Cops would love to though
FlowVector
That name is insulting to delicious mangos sir!
LaughingSeraphim
I hope not, but again, soldiers are people and the oath of enlistment is available online.
jonlememe
Trump called for solders to go to areas with active BLM protesters few months ago, but Esper said no... that’s why he was fired last week b
SkyxzStone
I like that one, I also like Mango Mussolini
BigRedNerd
Dmango*
mck1llen
I hope you're right my friend <3
armorhide406
Here's the problem: I see a lot of people I know in the military post pro trump stuff and also shit about how they would fight the state
mt77932
Mango unchained, you win
CookiesFlavorEnhancer
They don't.
finitetoast
It’s been four years and I’m only just now seeing “mango unchained”!! Genius.
Heninthefoxden
Bahahahahha mango unchained
NonZeroSumGame
+1 for Mango Unchained. Bravo.
Stuey1221
MrBobSaget
Mango unchained... that's fucking hilarious. did you come up with that?
TwoBitGreaser
Just look at what has become of the police after their rank and file has been infiltrated by white supremacists.
theimgurappsucksballs
Drasas
You can not haf DE MANGO! *slaps ass
CuttleFishOfCthulu
"Mango Unchained."
thesunisgettingreallow
poondoggy805
It is the responsibility of every soldier to recognize and refuse unlawful orders
MerpDrp
Mango Unchained lmfao
TheJibbernaught
Hear hear!!!
angelghoul
this comment is gold.
Kuvajainen
Mango Unchained.
Hippocrene
I made my boyfriend send me the link so I could upvote this post
Loudscreamingorganism
Holy fuck.... Mango Unchained?! You warrior poet!
DiscountOneLiners
This guy...+1
graehall
Haha, A damn well deserved top comment.
Andalite
1) you have way too much faith in people. 2) you’re hilarious
idrinkcheapbeer
You are very naïve.
Dirtsailor2010
Some Just follow whoever cuts the check. It’s not about right or wrong. There’s all shades in the military it’s just a cross-section of USA
OperationBusterJangle
How many officers pledged the same oath and then joined the Confederacy? Military insurrection doesn't have to involve the top brass or %100
Bhargo
oh there are a few, make no mistake there ARE military who would, but the majority of military hate trump after 4 years of his trash talk
WeirdandOdd
mango unchained
tReasonoustRump
Sadly there are ~70 million dumbasses who would
DuckPlanetKing
But there are +75 million who would make it very hard for them to get away with it.
Dellaaa
I believe the number of straight party voters vs those who actually would follow him into war against their own country is much smaller.
passbi
Its the word play for me
belovedlover
What the (fanatic) Trump supporters will do when they'll try to keep Trump in power violently and Hellfire missiles are hitting their SUVs.
Uzidoesit518
Welp you just make more of a resistance that way. Apaches slanging missles at civilians in civilian population doesn't win hearts and minds
belovedlover
So how are you going to stop armed coup if not responding fire with fire?
Gibenitural
Christ read your exchange. Don't worry trumpets are pansies. They'll never stand up for a real fight. Even a guerilla one.
JustChargeYourDamnPhone
https://www.splcenter.org/hatewatch/2019/09/06/three-percent-security-forces-split-highlights-plague-infighting
Uzidoesit518
Not saying there wouldn't be a govt fight but you can't airstrike our cities to get rid of a small amount of people.
Zaruzen
Im sorry I'm gonna have to steal Mango Unchained.
TrumperTantrum
Meet Anthony Tata.
cozze07
Military here. Nope.
xSquireRamza9
I have family that proves you wrong, but hopefully that dumbass is in a great minority of soldiers
TheDoctorAP
Mango Unchained may be one of the best nicknames I’ve heard
Hechonkhefluf
There was also Mango Mussolini.
mrcatpoop
It’s perfect really
somethingawesomeandgreat
Cinnamon Hitler is another one I’ve heard recently
RunsNakedThroughSwamps
Sitler
Sooner70
I hope you're right. But I'd say those I served with would love an excuse to kill a bunch o' liberals. They were hardcore right wing.
Kamishiro
I served in the USAF, and most of my fellow airmen were quite liberal. I’d like to believe that at least our air power will not be misused.
iloveyouinthebutt
I too heard the same. “Gotta kill them liberal cucks anarchists”
LDF607
When I was young, military used to *lean* right, but not so much that lefties were put off from enlisting or felt like they had to hide. 1/2
LDF607
2/2 Even during OEF/OIF you could criticize Bush or say Iraq was a red herring & not get too much blowback. Now I’m not so sure.
Sooner70
Well, maybe things are better. OEF is after me, but during DS emocrats were openly referred to as "Scumocrats".
FelixTheCAT5e
As a veteran, there are too many idiots in the military who would.
justanothergoonie
Is there enough higher higher ups that would squash there wanting to do so? Or do you think we could see a division in power?
TheThingNoNotThatOne
I doubt there's enough idiots though. 80% of the country have accepted Biden's win. Even if it's only 60% of the military, how many 1/2
TheThingNoNotThatOne
of that 40% are so fanatical they'd disregard their training, orders, and fellow soldiers to kill their friends, family and neighbors? 2/2
jsi8
It’s also the ones (few relatively?) who are out of the military but still playing soldier with a chip on their shoulder who worry me.
KingOfTheImgurians
Yup. Can absolutely confirm.
RunsNakedThroughSwamps
What kind of consequences would it have if they did? (assuming they're not acting on orders)
HeyThatGuyIsntWearingAnyPants
Are you asking If they disobeyed orders and killed someone? I honestly would assume death b/c treason, murder, etc?
GerberLegalTeam
I would assume court martial.
Jonmbram
Well as long as they obey orders not to from guys like General Milley, I’m cool with it.
themintypigeon
I read that as General Military
Akurei00
I read it as General Mills
themintypigeon
Cap’n Crunch isn’t even a real captain
DarthFutuza
Ah yes, the great General Military. Leader of the armed forces and commander of great strategic renown.
HeyThatGuyIsntWearingAnyPants
You don't mean the one and only General Military!? The same one that can use gun and knife...but lethaly!
gersploosh
Yea, but some boot’s Trump fetish only extends as far as the closest squad leader, standing ready to bury a flip flop in his nose.
BurningVeryImportantThings
isn't this one of the exact scenarios the special forces were tasked with upon their inception? Our SEALs could finish this in minutes.
BurningVeryImportantThings
Doesn't their oath to defend the constitution against all enemies foreign and domestic go one step farther. Wasn't it JFK who did all this?
BurningVeryImportantThings
I honestly don't know so now I'm going into a deepdive on some ebsco hosts my uni never deactivated haha suckers
GuyFleegman
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yifin
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IOnceOwnedMoonMoonButOnceHeTriedToLickMyBallsAndRanAwayIMissHim
This is hella interesting! Please tag me with your findings, I'd love to read about it.
MercerSkye
Too true. If the military counts are right, the Cheeto pulled in like 25% from them
Newfehotep
25% is far more comforting ratio than I would have anticipated.
MercerSkye
Calling us losers just might have been a bad idea, lol
MerenKing
which means, Biden pulled in 75% of them. That is a lot of servicemembers to stand up against those who would commit treason.
HoodsBallsOnASkillet
Is that 25% of all enlisted, or 25% of enlisted who voted?
MercerSkye
Also very true
TheWarHymn
This is why the military spreads its members around, to prevent any factionalism from taking hold in case of situations like these.
XXXSpork
Just because enlisted voted for him doesn't mean they are ready to violate their oath.
George3rd
Also as the military can disobey an unlawful order, but in the UCMJ you are guilty until proven innocent.
FistfulOfAssholes
I would argue that voting for the dude shitting all over it isn’t really having a firm grasp on the document.
XXXSpork
Some are just voting straight party
itscoldhere8monthsoftheyear
"If the President does it, than its not illegal" Richard Nixon
OperationBusterJangle
How many officers pledged the same oath and then joined the Confederacy? Military insurrection doesn't have to involve the top brass or %100
kmikl
I disagree: they know EXACTLY what kind of disregard he holds them in and are victims of Stockholm Syndrome.
LunaticRex
I can't speak for everyone in the services, but many of us are well aware that there isn't a single politician who gives a damn about us.
RealRaceRiotsAreAboutGettingBlueshelledInMarioKart
The scary thing is, probably. Strong correlation between trump supporters and authoritarian racists. Not saying supporting trump is evil but
RealRaceRiotsAreAboutGettingBlueshelledInMarioKart
Evil supports him with ferocity and studies have show the demo that clings to him. https://jspp.psychopen.eu/article/view/750/html
delusionaldaydreams
Mango unbrained.
DangerBaer
Even better.