Rep. Greg Steube (R-FL) criticized Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) for saying President Trump’s strikes against Iran’s nuclear sites was not constitutional.
“As a lawyer, a veteran who wore the uniform, and a JAG who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom, I can say unequivocally: you’re wrong, @RepThomasMassie,” Steube said.
“President Trump has full constitutional authority to take military action against Iran’s nuclear program without a formal declaration of war. Article II, Section 2 empowers the Commander in Chief to use the Armed Forces to defend national interests and respond to imminent threats. The War Powers Resolution of 1973 allows a 60-day window, plus a 30-day withdrawal period, as long as Congress is notified within 48 hours. Claims that his actions were unconstitutional are simply false,” he
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