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John McCain: Nuclear strike, depending on the circumstances, would require a declaration of war. Only the Congress can approve of a…

On the recordJanuary 20, 2016
Nuclear strike, depending on the circumstances, would require a declaration of war. Only the Congress can approve of a declaration of war.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing Congress's role in declaring war.

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