That is an interesting point, Stabby. As private contractors - and I find that concept laughable, given that these people are wearing army uniforms - are they subject to military law?
If 'private contractors' who wear the uniform and are given weapons are not subject to the same discipline and punishment the rest of the forces are subject to, then why not make the whole Army, Airforce and Navy 'private contractors'?
These people ought to be punished for two reasons:
First, it will give some credibility back to the US
Second, it might save some lives.
If they are not being punished there is something seriously rotten in the state of Denmark.
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