I do not believe any Congress should allow any President to send our troops into any sovereign nation without the authorization of Congress. We in Congress are negligent if we do not insist on this restriction and, if necessary, refuse the money to pay for any foreign adventures undertaken without the specific authorization of Congress.
Discussing the need for Congressional authorization for military action.
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