What would happen if Donald Trump declared Martial Law before his term expires?

And allows the military to take over. I heard rumors that something like that could happen, with the National Guard in D.C. and Trump threatening to declassify leaked information on a list of politicians. 

hamel52021-01-16T02:33:10Z

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The military would not obey his orders.  The Joint Chiefs released a statement advising military personnel that a lawful transfer of power will take place. 
Our military is not obligated to follow illegal or un-Constitutional orders and the brass is ready to show Trump the door.   

STEVEN F2021-01-16T03:37:43Z

The same as if Obama had done the same. You probably forgot he was accused of planing that   for 8 years.

Artemisc2021-01-16T02:52:14Z

There are very specific circumstances under which martial law can be declared.  "I lost an election and I'm a big baby" isn't one of those circumstances.  No matter what the "my pillow" gy says, it isn't going to happen.  Bye, Felicia. 

Bill-M2021-01-16T02:50:20Z

That would be an illegal order and the military does not have to comply.

Anonymous2021-01-16T02:33:38Z

trump may make good on his threats to out all his GOP backers . 

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