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On the recordMay 21, 2024
The National Emergencies Act provides the President with 135 statutory powers when they declare a national emergency.
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Jacky Rosen
Democratic · Nevada

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Senator Rosen explains the scope of powers granted to the President under the National Emergencies Act.

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