Senator Kennedy Takes on Military Elitism
Senator John Kennedy (R-LA) isn’t one to shy away from tough talk, and his recent confrontation with retired Army Maj. Gen. Randy Manner at a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing showed just that. The hearing was meant to discuss the Trump administration’s plans for deporting criminal illegal aliens, but Kennedy seized the moment to call out Manner for his past attacks on President Trump and his supporters. And why shouldn’t he?
Manner’s Misguided Opening Statement
Let’s look at what Manner said right off the bat. He claimed it’s not the military’s responsibility “to police its citizens or enforce controversial and politically charged immigration policies.” Really? Enforcing immigration laws and protecting Americans from criminal illegal aliens is not just a “controversial” issue; it’s about doing what’s right and keeping our communities safe. Yet, here we have Manner, a darling of the Democrats, diving into political waters, trying to paint Trump’s immigration policies as overreach.
Kennedy Calls Out Hypocrisy
Enter Senator Kennedy, who wasted no time calling out Manner’s anti-Trump stance. He brought up comments Manner made on CNN, where he endorsed General Mark Milley’s description of Trump as a “fascist” and even lumped Trump supporters into that nasty label. Imagine that! A retired general—someone who should embody honor and impartiality—casting such a wide net of slander over half the country. It’s outrageous!
Kennedy, in his straightforward and folksy style, confronted Manner head-on: “You think you’re smarter than the American people, don’t you?” Manner fumbled around with his answer but Kennedy wasn’t letting him off the hook. He pressed further: “You think you’re more virtuous than the American people, don’t you?” Manner’s response—claiming to be insulted—only showcased how ill-equipped he was to face real accountability.
Manner’s Troubling Record
Manner’s record is a glaring example of why he should be questioned. He openly praised Milley for undermining a sitting president—a move many would label treasonous—and even signed a letter blaming Trump for Biden’s disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan. That withdrawal cost 13 American service members their lives, left countless allies stranded, and handed over millions in military equipment to the Taliban. And somehow, in Manner’s eyes, Trump is the issue? It defies logic.
The Irony of Manner’s Testimony
The irony in this situation is almost comical. Manner professes values like “duty, honor, respect” during his testimony while his own actions tell a different story. Celebrating Milley’s backdoor dealings while accusing Trump of using the National Guard as a “personal police force” shows a complete lack of respect for those principles. It feels less like military honor and more like an agenda-driven charade.
A Deeper Look at Military Leadership
Kennedy’s questions also unveiled a broader concern: how certain leaders within our armed forces seem more interested in playing politics than serving their country. Manner’s statements resemble the kind of shallow rhetoric one might expect from a college kid whining about injustices rather than a seasoned general with years of experience.
Kennedy Exposes Elitism in Politics
While this hearing was supposed to center around immigration policy, Kennedy turned it into a critique of the elitist mindset infecting our military and political institutions. Manner’s unwillingness to take responsibility for his divisive comments or provide substantial arguments against Trump only emphasizes why Kennedy’s questioning was so vital. Americans deserve leaders who put the country first, not generals who think they’re above accountability.
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