Senator, I don't think that there is evidence that would support that claim. Now, they may feel that way, but here's the bottom. President Trump is the commander in chief, he has the responsibility to take action when he sees issues coming up that are going to create problems for our country. Number one, he did notify Congress under the War Powers Act. He did it within 48 hours of the time in which there were imminent hostilities that might occur. (02:29–02:41)
CLAIM
Asserts that the President has the authority to act on potential threats to the country.
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