Trump’s deployment of troops to Portland is a dangerous escalation of authoritarianism. Now is the time to find our own ways of standing up and fighting back to preserve our democracy. Fellow vets: we need you to muster. And those serving: you can refuse an unlawful order as you may receive it.

🚨 Why US military veterans are sailing to Gaza with the Global Sumud Flotilla

"I served in Afghanistan in 2009," @vetsaboutface.bsky.social member Zue Jernstedt told me @therealnews.com "I feel like it's my duty now to stand up against imperialism, because I was a foot soldier of imperialism"

For members of the military who are considering resisting deployment and refusing to be wielded and weaponized in support of the administration’s mass deportation agenda:

GI rights hotline: girightshotline.org/en/military-...

@vetsaboutface.bsky.social: aboutfaceveterans.org

For my latest, I talked with counter-recruiter Rory Fanning about how we should communicate with National Guard troops deployed in US cities, and how we might counter ICE's current recruiting blitz.

“You are not alone!” I told military members questioning the morality of their orders to deploy to Chicago. @vetsaboutface.bsky.social can connect you with veterans like me who chose to resist. Read more from the press conference and other About Face members.

chicago.suntimes.com/news/2025/09...

🚨 New from me. Yesterday, I spoke with two US military veterans and members of @vetsaboutface.bsky.social who are sailing with the Global Sumud Flotilla. A few hours later, a drone bombed the flotilla's main vessel....
@therealnews.com
therealnews.com/us-veterans-...

I've been disconnected from my military service for a while, and I am looking forward to organizing with @vetsaboutface.bsky.social to use my experience as a veteran to help current military members find ways to resist a continued fascist takeover and unjust/immoral orders.

Including over 50 vessels, delegations from at least 44 countries, and activists, organizers, and people of conscience from around the world, the Global Sumud Flotilla is the largest maritime mission in history to break Israel’s blockade of the Gaza Strip.

"There is no legal, factual or moral justification for President Trump to deploy any military troops or National Guard units here in Chicago." - Joey Mogul, with MLL at yesterday's press conference with @vetsaboutface.bsky.social

"There is a whole community of veterans willing to support military service members questioning their mission. To the soldiers and airmen deployed on the streets of DC today: you are not alone. You have rights, and you have a duty to stand up for what you know is right." @vetsaboutface.bsky.social

If you’re a veteran or current service member concerned about Palestine, sign our petition demanding an arms embargo now: bit.ly/vetsforarmsembargo

#veteransforpalestine #militaryforpalestine #dropthemic #armsembargonow

We as #veterans and #military know firsthand that the military industrial complex profits from war and suffering, and the genocide in #Palestine is no exception. Join us for a special series to highlight the role of US mercenaries and contractors in the ongoing genocide in Gaza.

I met with representatives from @vetsaboutface.bsky.social’s South Texas Chapter to discuss U.S. foreign policies that support U.S. veterans and promote peace throughout the world. Thank you for your advocacy!

Follow us for updates on our new campaign, #RighttoRefuse. #Military #Veterans

If you’re a member of the military who is morally conflicted by your service or know someone who is, you’re not alone. bit.ly/MilOptions

#dutytodisobey #military #veterans

This week, we’re highlighting Cary Donam, who was the first and only #WestPoint student to pursue #conscientiousobjector status. Despite the #Army refusing to grant him CO status, Cary was ultimately honorably discharged.

We know the critical role we play as #Veterans & #Military Members so we’re building a #movement - join us.

If you’re a post 9/11 Military member or Veteran concerned about rising fascism, come to our info session Aug 10 @ 4pm ET: bit.ly/afinfosession

#veteransagainstfascism

If you’re a member of the #military who is morally conflicted by your service or know someone who is, you’re not alone. bit.ly/MilOptions #righttorefuse

She was released from the #AirForce in April 2025, is an active member of both #AboutFace and #VeteransforPeace, and co-founded Servicemembers for Ceasefire.

This week, we’re highlighting Joy Metzler, who pursued #conscientiousobjector status due to the ongoing genocide in Gaza. #Military #dutytodisobey

The Trans #Military Support Network invites #trans military, veterans, & loving #allies to #Sanctuary, a virtual gathering where we'll come together to process grief & cultivate #hope for a future where trans people can thrive.🏳️‍⚧️ Sunday July 27 at 2 PM ET/11 AM PT. Link in bio.

Before About Face there was Vietnam Veterans Against the War. Here's the trailer for our film about VVAW. vimeo.com/978225559. In April DOGE defunded us. Want to help? Go to our website. www.onemoremissionfilm.com/donate

Military members, families & Veterans have a powerful role to play standing up to authoritarianism and getting organized is the first step. We’re building a movement. Join us!

Sign up to get involved with the Right to Refuse ->
bit.ly/righttorefusecampaign

#RightToRefuse #MilitaryOffOurStreets