Drum major of inauguration pipe band suspended, quits

[Larry124]

...But you've avoided answering the question. All I asked for was a simple "yes" or "no", not a political or moral justification for ignoring the rules. That's all.

You framed your question. He framed his answer.
You can ask for what you wish. And label your required answer "simple" if you wish. And interpret rules as you wish.
A respondent is equally entitled to make his own answer. To choose to agree to your "yes or no" request. Or not.