To correct the record, Trump was NOT impeached for a phone call: they TRIED to impeach but ultimately and predictably failed, just like everything else they tried to do to him. Big difference.
Also, when an officer retires, their commission normally remains in force and effect forever. In return for the privilege of being legally entitled to being addressed by their military rank and getting all their retirement benefits, they basically remain an "officer of the United States" until death. They can resign their commission, but few do.
That means that, if there is a recall, the officers can be brought back without an act of Congress or presidential recall.
So, yes, it is entirely possible he could be reinstated as "Active" at any time with full rank, responsibility, and authority.
Thank you for your service. I only stayed in 10 years myself.
For the record - I didn't mention congress or POTUS. I specifically said the service secretary - which is correct. And you are right about their commission. The officers serve at the pleasure of the President.
As for the impeachment(s) - look up what impeachment means. He was impeached twice. That is the act that the House votes on, and he was impeached. He was NOT convicted in the Senate so he wasn't removed from office. Like Bill Clinton - he was also impeached but not removed.
To correct the record, Trump was NOT impeached for a phone call: they TRIED to impeach but ultimately and predictably failed, just like everything else they tried to do to him. Big difference.
Also, when an officer retires, their commission normally remains in force and effect forever. In return for the privilege of being legally entitled to being addressed by their military rank and getting all their retirement benefits, they basically remain an "officer of the United States" until death. They can resign their commission, but few do.
That means that, if there is a recall, the officers can be brought back without an act of Congress or presidential recall.
So, yes, it is entirely possible he could be reinstated as "Active" at any time with full rank, responsibility, and authority.
Edit: Source: Me, 24yr retired military
Thank you for your service. I only stayed in 10 years myself.
For the record - I didn't mention congress or POTUS. I specifically said the service secretary - which is correct. And you are right about their commission. The officers serve at the pleasure of the President.
As for the impeachment(s) - look up what impeachment means. He was impeached twice. That is the act that the House votes on, and he was impeached. He was NOT convicted in the Senate so he wasn't removed from office. Like Bill Clinton - he was also impeached but not removed.