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NewsNBC 6 South FloridaJuly 2, 2026United States

Air Force Officer Arrested at Capitol During Impeachment Protest

An active-duty Air Force major was arrested on the U.S. Capitol steps after participating in a protest 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 vacate the restricted area.

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Why It Matters

The incident highlights the legal restrictions on active-duty military personnel regarding political activity and public protest while in uniform.

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' after refusing police orders to stop his demonstration.
  • The protest was organized by the Removal Coalition and attended by Rep. Al Green.
  • Capitol Police stated that public demonstrations are prohibited 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 and Watson refused to disperse.
  • The Uniform Code of Military Justice prohibits service members from using contemptuous language toward the President and Vice President.
  • Active-duty service members are prohibited from participating in political activities while in uniform.
  • Watson cited administration actions in Venezuela and Iran, specifically the deaths of 13 service members, as grounds for his call for impeachment.
  • Watson also criticized the administration's immigration policies as unconstitutional.

Who's Mentioned

personJD Vance“Vice President of the United States.”organizationU.S. Capitol Police“Law enforcement agency that made the arrest.”personJason Watson“Active-duty Air Force major arrested at the Capitol.”organizationRemoval Coalition“Group organizing the protest.”organizationU.S. Air Force“Military branch of the arrested officer.”personAl Green“Democratic Representative from Texas.”personDonald Trump“President of the United States.”