 In October 2017, Bergdahl pleaded guilty to charges of desertion. He was dishonorably discharged and fined $10,000, but he did not get jail time. Then President Donald Trump labeled the soldier, quote, a complete and total disgrace to our country and to our military. And here's something else you might not know. The controversy surrounding Bergdahl continues to this day. Last July, a federal judge overturned his conviction.