Trump Transition Team Investigates Afghan Withdrawal

Donald Trump's transition team is reportedly compiling a list of senior military officers involved in the controversial 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan, considering court-martial proceedings for potential failings. The team is exploring the establishment of a commission to investigate the decision-making surrounding the withdrawal and whether any actions warranted charges, including treason. While Trump has criticized the withdrawal as a significant embarrassment and indicated intentions to hold officials accountable, legal experts question the feasibility of treason charges given that the military followed orders from President Biden. Additionally, sources indicate that former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense Matt Flynn may have been involved in this initiative, although his attorney denies this. The transition team is also contemplating recalling officers to active duty for military justice. The withdrawal, which led to tragic outcomes including the deaths of 13 U.S. service members, remains a contentious topic in U.S. politics.