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Brad Sherman: I mean the Constitution said provides the Congress with authority to declare war and engage in war and now you're…

On the recordOctober 24, 2011
I mean the Constitution said provides the Congress with authority to declare war and engage in war and now you're telling me that that decision will be made by lieutenants.
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Brad Sherman
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Sherman emphasizes Congress's authority over war decisions, criticizing delegation to lower-ranking officers.

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