On the recordMay 15, 2013
The President clearly has the inherent authority to use force if necessary to protect the United States against a specific imminent threat
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congress.govThe President clearly has the inherent authority to use force if necessary to protect the United States against a specific imminent threat
McCain asserts the President's authority to use military force for imminent threats.
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