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Air Force major arrested at Capitol protesting 'Impeach, Convict, Remove'

politicsJul 1, 2026301,495

U.S. Air Force Maj. Jason P. Watson, an active‑duty officer, was arrested on the Capitol steps on July 1, 2026 after delivering a speech and holding a sign reading "IMPEACH CONVICT REMOVE" while calling for the impeachment, conviction, and removal of President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance. Watson spoke on the Capitol steps immediately before police took him into custody; posts reporting the incident say he was in uniform when arrested and that authorities charged him with civil disobedience. Multiple posts note Watson addressed lawmakers at the event and that his action could put his military career at risk, with at least one report saying he may face court‑martial proceedings. The arrest occurred during a public demonstration that included other speakers and organizers calling for impeachment and removal actions by Congress.

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