Trump’s veto of another check on his war powers
Last week, President Trump vetoed a bipartisan resolution approved by the House and Senate directing the president to terminate hostilities against Iran. While 55 senators voted to support S.J. Res. 68, there was not enough support to override the president’s unfortunate veto.
Over the last two decades, Congress has abdicated its responsibility over war powers, choosing to cede such powers to the executive branch.
The consequences have been catastrophic.
According to the Costs of War proje
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