Air Force Major Charged for Criticizing Trump in Uniform

A U.S. Air Force major has been criminally charged with ten violations of military law following a series of public protests and interviews criticizing President Donald Trump, the Air Force confirmed on August 25, 2026. Major Jason Watson, a 17-year service member, faces charges under the Uniform Code of Military Justice for alleged contemptuous remarks, disobedience of orders, and conduct unbecoming an officer. The charges stem from three separate incidents. On June 1, Watson gave an interview to the Defenders of Our Republic newsletter. On July 1, he was arrested on the steps of the U.S.