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President Donald Trump, Gen. Mark Milley

Trump says tweet serves as ‘notification’ to Congress that US may 'quickly & fully strike back’ against Iran

Trump’s assertion on Twitter Sunday that he can use social media to inform Congress of future military actions against Iran is likely to cause further tensions between lawmakers and the White House.

By Shawn Snow and Leo Shane III

3 years ago

A U.S. soldier provides security during a coordinated, independent patrol along the demarcation line near a village outside Manbij, Syria, June 26, 2018.

One step at a time: Congress’ charge to reshape American foreign policy

The authors of this commentary urge lawmakers to support a measure that would effectively bar the president from taking offensive military action against Iran without approval from Congress.

By Nate Anderson and Jon Soltz

3 years ago

Lawmakers renew challenge to Trump over Yemen, Saudi Arabia

U.S. lawmakers expect Congress will pass a resolution ending U.S. involvement in Yemen’s civil war, forcing President Trump to issue the first veto of his presidency.

4 years ago

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