Margaret Donovan

Margaret Donovan, a former assistant U.S. attorney and Army JAG who analyzes the law of armed conflict, discusses Trump's threats to hit Iranian power plants. She explains when civilian infrastructure can become lawful targets. They debate military-necessity, proportionality, intelligence and operational limits of a rushed strike. They also cover legal chains of command, refusing unlawful orders, and JAG duties.

Margaret Donovan, an Army veteran, former JAG Corps captain and ex-federal prosecutor, explains legal limits around unlawful orders. She discusses when threats become war crimes. The conversation covers military ethics, why officers cannot simply resign, and calls for Congress to act to prevent dangerous commands.