On the recordNovember 3, 1999
I will interpret this provision consistent with my constitutional authority to conduct the foreign relations of the United States and my responsibilities as Commander in Chief.
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presidency.ucsb.eduI will interpret this provision consistent with my constitutional authority to conduct the foreign relations of the United States and my responsibilities as Commander in Chief.
Statement on Signing the Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2000
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