Former Defense Secretary Mattis Condemns Trump for Dividing Nation

The video discusses a rare historical event where a former cabinet member, Jim Mattis, openly criticizes a sitting US president, Donald Trump. Mattis, who was respected in the early Trump administration, refrained from criticism until now. The video also covers current Defense Secretary Mark Esper's stance on military use for law enforcement and Trump's reaction to it. Despite Esper's break with the administration, he remains in his position. The video concludes with the impact of Mattis's denunciation being a major topic in Washington.

What makes Jim Mattis's criticism of President Trump particularly significant?

• Mattis was the first general to criticize Trump.

• Mattis was the only cabinet member to criticize Trump.

• Mattis had a high level of respect in the early Trump administration.

• Mattis criticized Trump while still in office.

What was Mark Esper's position on using active duty military forces for law enforcement within the U.S.?

• He fully supported it.

• He considered it a last resort.

• He believed it should be a first resort.

• He was undecided on the matter.

How did President Trump initially react to Esper's comments?

• He immediately fired Esper.

• He confronted Esper at the White House.

• He ignored Esper's comments.

• He publicly supported Esper's stance.

Who were some of the advisers Trump consulted after Esper's comments?

• Rudy Giuliani and Lindsey Graham

• Mike Pompeo and Vice President Pence

• Jim Mattis and John Kelly

• Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer

What was the outcome of Trump's consultation with his advisers regarding Esper?

• Esper was dismissed from his position.

• Esper was demoted to a lesser role.

• Esper remained as Defense Secretary.

• Esper was given a public reprimand.