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Adam Schiff: “Not until yesterday did the administration come to Congress…”

Featuring: Adam Schiff, Democratic | U.S. Senate, California

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Adam Schiff Advocates for Congressional Authority in War Declarations Amidst Iran Tensions

Published | Video Starts at 04:17

And most important, what was the risk that that such a bombing campaign could escalate into all out war? Days passed. No briefings. Even after last Saturday's strikes, still no briefing. Not until yesterday did the administration come to Congress to answer the most basic of questions. and only after suggesting it was reported that they would potentially choke off further information to the Congress. The Constitution demands otherwise. (04:17–04:24)

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Asserts that the administration delayed briefing Congress on military actions until the day before the speech.

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