That story is inaccurate speculation - it is not possible for the VP to issue orders to the military in any scenario unless the President is dead or has been re

That story is inaccurate speculation - it is not possible for the VP to issue orders to the military in any scenario unless the President is dead or has been removed from office. The military would disregard any such orders. Secdef could issue those orders in POTUS’ name, he likely has the delegated authority to do so, but the VP is not in the chain of command and has no authority.