court-martial

The Pentagon said on Monday that further action may be taken against Kelly, including a recall to active duty for court-martial or administrative measures.

On Monday, the Department of Defense announced a probe into Kelly, saying the congressman could be recalled to face a court-martial.

“For them to essentially threaten an investigation or court-martial is highly, highly unusual,” Nevitt said.

In short, individuals historically have been shuffled between the military court-martial system, the civilian court system and the criminal justice system, especially in high-profile cases challenging controversial practices like “enhanced interrogation techniques” and extrajudicial killing.

All nine men will face court-martial, the spokesman said.