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On the recordMay 4, 2021
Congress needs to act on the AUMFs [authorizations for the use of military force], but we also have to act to make sure that the War Powers Act is as constitutionally binding on the President.
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Brad Sherman
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Sherman emphasizes the need for Congress to reinforce the War Powers Act's authority over presidential military actions.

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