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President Obama: “The President is of the view that the current U.S. military operations in Libya are consistent with the War Powers…”

On the recordJune 14, 2011
The President is of the view that the current U.S. military operations in Libya are consistent with the War Powers Resolution and do not under that law require further congressional authorization.

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The White House defends military actions in Libya, asserting they do not require additional congressional approval.

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