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Tom Udall: I do not believe there is any clear authorization from Congress to conduct these strikes.

On the recordMay 8, 2018
I do not believe there is any clear authorization from Congress to conduct these strikes.
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Tom Udall
Democratic · New Mexico

Editor's note · Context

Udall questions the legality of missile strikes on Syria without Congressional approval.

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