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John Barrasso: “There have been a total of 17 War Powers act votes in…”

Featuring: John Barrasso, Republican | U.S. Senate Wyoming

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It is about obstructing the President of the United States. That's what's happening here today. That's exactly what Democrats are trying to do. Mr. President, going back to 1973, There have been a total of 17 War Powers act votes in Congress since 1973. There have been 17 votes in 53 years. 14 of the 17 votes were from Democrats aimed specifically at President Trump. 53 years, 17. 14 of 17 by the Democrats actively going after President Trump. (00:30–00:38)

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