Ron Johnson said "So when the President would determine that we are under the threat of almost an imminent attack, he has almost absolute authority, correct?" @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordNovember 13, 2017

So when the President would determine that we are under the threat of almost an imminent attack, he has almost absolute authority, correct?

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Senator Johnson discusses presidential authority during imminent threats.

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