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Ted Lieu: military action against Iran without the approval of Congress is absolutely not an option.

On the recordJune 18, 2019
military action against Iran without the approval of Congress is absolutely not an option.
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Ted Lieu
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizes the need for congressional approval before military action against Iran.

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