US law professor calls for military coup to remove Donald Trump
US PRESIDENT: Donald Trump
A University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) law professor, Peter Arenella, has sparked controversy after openly advocating for military intervention to remove former U.S. President Donald Trump.
In a social media post, Arenella suggested that a military coup was the only way to prevent Trump from steering the U.S. towards closer ties with Russia. He acknowledged that the military is trained to avoid political intervention but insisted that extraordinary measures were necessary.
Arenella’s remarks have drawn sharp criticism from legal experts, political analysts, and lawmakers, with many condemning them as an attack on democratic principles. While some anti-Trump activists have voiced concerns over Trump’s policies, few have gone as far as suggesting armed military intervention.
Political figures from both parties have denounced the statement, emphasizing that calls for military action against an elected leader undermine the rule of law.
Republican lawmakers described Arenella’s comments as “reckless and dangerous,” calling for an investigation into whether his statements violate federal laws against inciting insurrection.
Democratic leaders distanced themselves from the remarks, affirming their commitment to the democratic process.
Legal scholars have also weighed in, with some pointing out that such statements could be interpreted as incitement to violence, raising questions about potential legal consequences.
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