Jack Teixeira, a member of the Massachusetts Air National Guard, is set to begin a court-martial facing additional charges of disobeying orders and obstructing justice. In a previous guilty plea, he was sentenced to 15 years for leaking sensitive military information under the Espionage Act. His actions revealed crucial assessments regarding Russia's war in Ukraine, prompting military prosecutors to argue for a court-martial. Teixeira expressed remorse for his actions, acknowledging the consequences associated with his leaking of classified information through social media.
"I wanted to say I'm sorry for all the harm that I brought and caused. I understand all the responsibility and consequences fall upon my shoulders alone and accept whatever that will bring."
"Obeying orders is the 'absolute core' of the military," highlighting the serious nature of the disobedience charges against Teixeira.
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