George Bush actually said...

I will direct additional measures as necessary in the exercise of the right of the United States to self-defense and to protect U.S. citizens and interests.

Context

Letter to Congressional Leaders Transmitting a Consolidated Report on the Deployment of United States Combat-Equipped Armed Forces.

12/06/2005

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