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On the recordFebruary 13, 2019
Our forces are coordinating with the Saudi forces. I concede to Members we don't have troops there, but the War Powers Resolution was written broadly, precisely because we wanted Congress to have a say. And, Representative Cole, I am convinced if one of our allies, like Israel or another country, were attacked; I have enough confidence in this body that we would make the right decision. This is a matter of the Congress' right to have a say on matters of war and peace, and I thank Chairman McGovern for bringing this for a vote. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Members are reminded to direct their comments to the Chair.
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Ro Khanna
Democratic · California
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Feb 13, 2019

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