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Tim Kaine: “We don't want this war to pick up again unless or until we…”

Featuring: Tim Kaine, Democratic | U.S. Senate from Virginia

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How Long Will the War in Iran Last?

Published | Video Starts at 03:27

So while we are in the moment of a ceasefire that's fragile and that may not be counted upon to last for very long, if we could pass Senator Baldwin's resolution and send the strong message, Congress wants the pause. We want the pause. We don't want this war to pick up again unless or until we have the debate and vote and that the Constitution requires. That would be the right thing to happen. That would be respecting our troops. And I'll conclude and just say this, after nearly 14 years on the Armed Services Committee, … (03:27–03:36)

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Asserts that Congress should debate and vote before the war resumes, as required by the Constitution.

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