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By Jan 30, 2020
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House passes bills to repeal 2002 AUMF and require Congress approve any war with Iran

"It is past time for Congress to finally do our Constitutional duty and vote on matters of war and peace"
By Jan 4, 2020
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A looming conflict with Iran shows Congress needs to care about declaring war again

"There's no question that President Trump has escalated things with Iran dramatically but it's never too late for Congress to exercise its Constitutional authorities," said Rep. Seth Moulton (D-Mass.)
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Happy 17th Birthday To The Forever War

It’s the 17th birthday of the post-9/11 Authorization for Use of Military Force, which gave President George W. Bush and … Continued
By May 2, 2018
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How Can the US Military Do Its Best If It Isn’t Given a Clear Mission?

The current Authorization for Use of Military Force pre-dates my commission by 5 years, and is still the same one … Continued
By Dec 15, 2017
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Senate Panel Says It’s Time For A New AUMF To Rein In Presidential War Power

WASHINGTON — As global threats to the United States escalate, Congress will need a new war authorization to remain relevant … Continued
By Dec 4, 2017
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Veterans Have An Obligation To Hold Congress Accountable In An Era Of Perpetual War

For two administrations now, one Democratic and one Republican, America has witnessed a slow-motion ceding of constitutionally allocated war powers … Continued
By Sep 14, 2017
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Senate Vote Falls Short Of Repealing AUMF

In a narrow vote Wednesday that showed lawmakers’ lingering unease, the Senate declined to repeal the authorization Congress gave for … Continued
By Sep 7, 2017
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White House Brushes Off Calls For Updated AUMF To Place Limits On Global War on Terror

Despite calls from members of both parties, President Donald Trump will not propose an updated authorization for the use of … Continued
By Aug 4, 2017
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The Global War On Terror Will Finally Get Its Own Monument In DC

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By Jun 30, 2017
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Lawmakers Unexpectedly Back Repeal Of Post-9/11 AUMF

On September 14, 2001, Rep. Barbara Lee, who represents Oakland and Berkeley, stood up in the House of Representatives to … Continued