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NewsNBC 6 South Florida (WTVJ) – PoliticsJuly 2, 2026United States

Air Force Major Arrested at Capitol During Impeachment Protest

An active-duty Air Force major was arrested on the U.S. Capitol steps after calling for the impeachment of President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. The officer, Jason Watson, was charged with crowding and obstructing after refusing police orders to stop demonstrating in a restricted area while in uniform.

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Why It Matters

The incident highlights the legal restrictions on active-duty military personnel regarding political speech and the use of military uniforms during public demonstrations.

Key Facts

  • Jason Watson, an active-duty Air Force major, was arrested on the U.S. Capitol steps on Wednesday afternoon.
  • Watson was charged with 'Crowding, Obstructing, and Incommoding' by U.S. Capitol Police.
  • The arrest occurred after Watson refused police orders to stop a demonstration on the House Steps.
  • Capitol Police policy prohibits public demonstrations on the House Steps unless accompanied by a Member of Congress.
  • Watson was initially escorted to the steps by a Member of Congress, but was arrested after the Member left the area.
  • Watson publicly called for the impeachment and removal of President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance.
  • Watson cited administration actions in Venezuela and Iran, as well as immigration policies, as grounds for impeachment.
  • The Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) prohibits officers from using contemptuous language toward the President and other high-ranking officials.
  • Department of the Air Force policy prohibits service members from participating in political activities while in uniform.
  • The event was organized by the Removal Coalition and attended by Rep. Al Green.

Who's Mentioned

personJD Vance“Vice President of the United States.”organizationU.S. Capitol Police“Law enforcement agency that arrested Watson.”personJason Watson“Active-duty Air Force major arrested at the Capitol.”organizationRemoval Coalition“Group lobbying for the impeachment of Donald Trump.”personAl Green“Democratic Representative from Texas.”personDonald Trump“President of the United States.”