Highly unlikely, considering Trumps numerous photo-ops with all of the generals. Also, Erik Prince is on Trump's side. I'm sure rogue elements have tried stuff, like the missile fired etc. early in the admin, but nothing these days. No big part will go rogue, small groups still can, but it would be really difficult to form a secret group to stage a coup among regular personnel. I think the Dem's target is still Nov 3.
Rank and file are 95%+ for Trump. Leadership is a different story. Obama purged a bunch of the leadership. Allegedly he asked if they would ever use force against US citizens. Those that wouldn’t got retired.
Yes. The only difference is that Obama could do it quietly and with the support of the establishment/media. While Trump has the power to make these changes, he has to manage the optics and the media spin of him being a dictator when he makes these changes. He technically had power over the FBI and Mueller, but couldn’t exercise it without causing a shitstorm.
Do they actually have any real power?
Like everything else, they use Mafia tactics to infiltrate the top of the pyramid.
Military sides with Trump, but, as with the police, if given orders against america, will they follow?
They can be groomed over time, but, they are still very far from it.
A hero will rise in every faction and traitors will be killed or imprisoned.
No dumb questions! I hope this is exactly the kind of discussion we have here!
Highly unlikely, considering Trumps numerous photo-ops with all of the generals. Also, Erik Prince is on Trump's side. I'm sure rogue elements have tried stuff, like the missile fired etc. early in the admin, but nothing these days. No big part will go rogue, small groups still can, but it would be really difficult to form a secret group to stage a coup among regular personnel. I think the Dem's target is still Nov 3.
I heard Trump slamming the Pentagon's top brass today. It made me wonder. How much power do they actually have? Is Erik prince someone special?
I figure most are Patriots. Yes, there is a chance that some may be bribed or blackmailed. Remember Benedict Arnold? We won despite a major traitor.
Rank and file are 95%+ for Trump. Leadership is a different story. Obama purged a bunch of the leadership. Allegedly he asked if they would ever use force against US citizens. Those that wouldn’t got retired.
If obama can purge leadership so can trump? I thought q had a list of forced resignations.
Yes. The only difference is that Obama could do it quietly and with the support of the establishment/media. While Trump has the power to make these changes, he has to manage the optics and the media spin of him being a dictator when he makes these changes. He technically had power over the FBI and Mueller, but couldn’t exercise it without causing a shitstorm.