# Detention and Charges of Air Force Major Jason Watson > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/detention-of-air-force-major-jason-watson > Updated: 2026-08-24T23:54:28.000Z. Sources: 24. Developments: 3. U.S. Air Force Major Jason Watson has been ordered into pretrial confinement in Maryland following a series of arrests related to his public calls for the impeachment of President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. Watson was initially arrested at the U.S. Capitol while in uniform, where he claimed his actions were meant to protest what he described as “flagrant” violations of the Constitution and “rampant corruption.” Following an interview in which he reiterated these criticisms, Watson was detained a second time. His attorney, Chris Mutimer, indicated that the second arrest occurred while Watson was on duty, shortly after he informed his chain of command that he would no longer wear his military uniform. On August 24, Watson was officially charged with ten counts under the Uniform Code of Military Justice. These include three violations of Article 88 for allegedly making “contemptuous” remarks regarding the president, five violations of Article 92 for allegedly disobeying orders, and two violations of Article 133 for conduct unbecoming an officer. The charges stem from a June interview with a Substack newsletter, a July 1 protest at the U.S. Capitol, and an August 17 interview with CNN. Watson, a 40-year-old Air Force Academy graduate with 17 years of service, remains in pretrial confinement. His attorney stated that Watson acted while knowing the potential risks to his career and liberty. The Air Force has stated the confinement is based on allegations of continued misconduct, while Watson remains presumed innocent. ## Claims - Major Jason Watson has been formally charged with 10 violations under the Uniform Code of Military Justice. (disputed by 13 sources) - Watson was arrested on July 1 while protesting in uniform at the U.S. Capitol, calling for the impeachment of Donald Trump and JD Vance. (disputed by 13 sources) - Watson was arrested while on duty the day after his CNN interview. (disputed by 2 sources) - The Air Force stated that Watson's case is still under investigation. (disputed by 2 sources) - The charges include three violations of Article 88 for contemptuous remarks, five violations of Article 92 for disobeying orders, and two violations of Article 133 for conduct unbecoming an officer. (corroborated by 13 sources) - Major Jason Watson criticized President Trump in a CNN interview, accusing him of violating the Constitution and engaging in corruption. (corroborated by 11 sources) - Watson is currently in pretrial confinement. (corroborated by 10 sources) - Watson informed his chain of command that he would no longer wear his uniform. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Attorney Chris Mutimer expects charges related to Article 88 or Article 92 of the UCMJ. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-24: US Air Force Major Jason Watson charged for Trump criticism U.S. Air Force Major Jason Watson faces 10 military justice charges, including rare contemptuous remarks violations, after publicly calling for President Trump's impeachment while in uniform. 18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/air-force-major-charged-for-remarks-regarding-donald-trump ### 2026-08-20: Air Force Major Jason Watson detained for second time U.S. Air Force Major Jason Watson has been detained in pretrial confinement following allegations of continued misconduct and his refusal to wear his uniform after criticizing President Trump. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/air-force-major-jason-watson-detained-for-second-time ### 2026-08-17: US Air Force Major Jason Watson detained following Trump impeachment calls U.S. Air Force Major Jason Watson has been ordered into pretrial confinement following his arrest at the Capitol for calling for President Trump’s impeachment. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-air-force-major-jason-watson-detained-following-trump-impeachment-calls --- Cite as: Detention and Charges of Air Force Major Jason Watson. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/detention-of-air-force-major-jason-watson