Retired U.S. Army General Mark Milley has intensified his criticism of former President Donald Trump , describing him as “a fascist to the core” in journalist Bob Woodward’s forthcoming book, War. Milley, who served as the chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from 2019 to 2023, expressed his concerns during an interview with Woodward, which multiple outlets reported on Friday.
Milley’s comments underscore a significant escalation from his previous criticisms of Trump, whom he now deems “the most dangerous person to this country.” Reflecting on his past observations about Trump’s mental state, Milley stated, “I had suspicions when I talked to you about his mental decline and so forth, but now I realize he’s a total fascist.”
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Milley has received significant criticism from Republicans, due to his previous criticisms of Trump, who appointed him to the Joint Chiefs position. In a draft resignation letter that was never sent, Milley expressed that Trump was “doing great and irreparable harm” to the United States during the tumultuous events of 2020, which included the controversial clearing of protestors for a photo op.
In War, Woodward details Milley’s actions following the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot, revealing that he insisted on meeting with Attorney General Merrick Garland to advocate for an investigation into domestic violent extremism and far-right militia groups. Milley has been “deeply convinced” that Trump poses a continued threat to the country following his loss in the 2020 presidential election.
Milley is worried about court-martial
Milley also shared with Woodward his fears about potential repercussions should Trump win another election, indicating concerns about being recalled to active duty and possibly facing a court-martial. Trump has previously threatened to court-martial retired military officers, heightening the tension between the two.
In the past, Milley has referred to Trump as a “wannabe dictator” during his retirement speech, and the former president retaliated by accusing Milley of a “treasonous act” for his communications with China around the time of the Capitol riots, suggesting that Milley’s punishment should be death. Milley has defended his actions, asserting that he made those calls to reassure China that the U.S. would not attack.
Many believe that Milley’s tenure as the Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff was detrimental to the US Military as it politicized a non-partisan institution.
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