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On the recordMarch 18, 2015
When you read the United States Constitution you will see that when it comes to economic sanctions and international economics, all the power is vested in Congress.
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Brad Sherman
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Sherman emphasizes Congress's constitutional authority over economic sanctions.

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