From Military.com: The Army is still undecided on whether to punish Pvt. Travis King, who returned to U.S. soil on September 28 after fleeing into North Korea in July. While undergoing reintegration at a Texas base, the Army has not yet determined if he will face charges under the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Legal experts suggest King could potentially face a range of charges, including desertion, despite not being formally labeled a deserter during his captivity. Army Secretary Christine Wormuth stated that the chain of command will decide on consequences in the future and is currently focused on King’s reintegration. The key factor will be King’s state of mind when crossing into North Korean custody, with desertion being a serious charge if he had no intention of returning. The Army is investigating his motivations, and his case draws comparisons to that of Bowe Bergdahl, who faced desertion charges. However, proceeding with a court-martial could be risky for the Army, as it opens up the option of appeals. King was reported to be in good spirits upon his return, and his mother expressed gratitude to the Army and its partners.
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