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On the recordMay 22, 2024
I would say none. I would not allow troops to go in at all without an affirmative vote at that time of Congress.
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James Lankford
Republican · Oklahoma

Editor's note · Context

Lankford emphasizes the need for Congressional approval before deploying troops domestically.

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