Senate Democrat: Congress ‘feckless’ in handing over war powers
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Senator says Congress has failed to limit presidential war powers, citing Iran conflict.
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Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) criticized Congress as "feckless" for allowing President Trump's executive authority to expand unchecked. Speaking on Sunday, Booker cited the war with Iran as a specific example of Congress failing to restrain the executive branch's growing power. The New Jersey Democrat indicated he believes both parties share responsibility for this abdication of congressional oversight. Booker's comments highlight ongoing tensions over presidential war powers and legislative branch authority during Trump's second term.
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