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Old 04-07-2017, 07:42 AM
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http://www.kfvs12.com/story/35093233...thout-congress

""The War Powers Resolution, enacted in 1973, long after American troops began fighting in Vietnam, required the president to consult with Congress before sending U.S. armed forces into combat unless there already had been a declaration of war. The troops could not stay more than 90 days unless lawmakers backed the decision. The law also sought to give the president "leeway to respond to attacks or other emergencies," according to the Council on Foreign Relations.

And it is that leeway that presidents George W. Bush, Barack Obama and now Trump have used to their advantage.""



I suspect very little push back will happen as long as the results are positive. Especially today when the final branch of our government is handed over to the right.



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Hey Barney,
Thanks for he link and info. That is the answer to my question.
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