The Senate just failed to reclaim its war powers, giving Trump unlimited power to bomb Iran

[basquebromance]

Senators are ready to pack their bags and head out of town before the hot, swampy weather in Washington gets any more unbearable. But of course, not before they humiliate themselves and let down their constituents one last time — by voting down an amendment that would have prevented an unauthorized and unconstitutional war with Iran, as they did on Friday. George Washington, John Adams, James Madison, and the rest of the founding fathers obviously felt much differently, understanding that taking a country to war is a decision far too important for one man to make.

The bipartisan amendment was short, sweet, and appropriate at a time when the U.S. and Iran seem minutes away from a direct conflict. The language was as clear as day: “no funds authorized by this Act may be used to conduct hostilities against the Government of Iran, against the Armed Forces of Iran, or in the territory of Iran.”

Under this amendment, if President Trump (or any future president) thought military action was a necessity to defend the interests of the United States, he would first need to do what the Constitution clearly requires: make his case to Congress and attain authorization from our elected representatives. Lest there was any worry about the amendment tying the president’s hands in extraordinary circumstances, it allowed Trump to respond militarily if US forces were attacked.

 

[OldLady]

Senators are ready to pack their bags and head out of town before the hot, swampy weather in Washington gets any more unbearable. But of course, not before they humiliate themselves and let down their constituents one last time — by voting down an amendment that would have prevented an unauthorized and unconstitutional war with Iran, as they did on Friday. George Washington, John Adams, James Madison, and the rest of the founding fathers obviously felt much differently, understanding that taking a country to war is a decision far too important for one man to make.

The bipartisan amendment was short, sweet, and appropriate at a time when the U.S. and Iran seem minutes away from a direct conflict. The language was as clear as day: “no funds authorized by this Act may be used to conduct hostilities against the Government of Iran, against the Armed Forces of Iran, or in the territory of Iran.”

Under this amendment, if President Trump (or any future president) thought military action was a necessity to defend the interests of the United States, he would first need to do what the Constitution clearly requires: make his case to Congress and attain authorization from our elected representatives. Lest there was any worry about the amendment tying the president’s hands in extraordinary circumstances, it allowed Trump to respond militarily if US forces were attacked.

No worries. Trump runs his mouth on Twitter and then does nothing.

 

[Jets]

Can you hear the sound of the war profiteers beating their drums!!!

 

[Norman]

Bomb Iran? How is Iran a threat? We have domestic threats in this country and millions and millions more at the border. Now why the hell should he bomb some shit-hole that looks as if it was already bombed anyway?

 

[Dan Stubbs]

Senators are ready to pack their bags and head out of town before the hot, swampy weather in Washington gets any more unbearable. But of course, not before they humiliate themselves and let down their constituents one last time — by voting down an amendment that would have prevented an unauthorized and unconstitutional war with Iran, as they did on Friday. George Washington, John Adams, James Madison, and the rest of the founding fathers obviously felt much differently, understanding that taking a country to war is a decision far too important for one man to make.

The bipartisan amendment was short, sweet, and appropriate at a time when the U.S. and Iran seem minutes away from a direct conflict. The language was as clear as day: “no funds authorized by this Act may be used to conduct hostilities against the Government of Iran, against the Armed Forces of Iran, or in the territory of Iran.”

Under this amendment, if President Trump (or any future president) thought military action was a necessity to defend the interests of the United States, he would first need to do what the Constitution clearly requires: make his case to Congress and attain authorization from our elected representatives. Lest there was any worry about the amendment tying the president’s hands in extraordinary circumstances, it allowed Trump to respond militarily if US forces were attacked.

The Senate saw what the bill really was, We Hate Trump, and lets cut his legs off so he can do anything. It was a wise move the Democrats will do anything to injure and take away the defense of this Nation and as long has the Senate is still Republicans it will be strong against the Commie Congress.

 

[Dan Stubbs]

Senators are ready to pack their bags and head out of town before the hot, swampy weather in Washington gets any more unbearable. But of course, not before they humiliate themselves and let down their constituents one last time — by voting down an amendment that would have prevented an unauthorized and unconstitutional war with Iran, as they did on Friday. George Washington, John Adams, James Madison, and the rest of the founding fathers obviously felt much differently, understanding that taking a country to war is a decision far too important for one man to make.

The bipartisan amendment was short, sweet, and appropriate at a time when the U.S. and Iran seem minutes away from a direct conflict. The language was as clear as day: “no funds authorized by this Act may be used to conduct hostilities against the Government of Iran, against the Armed Forces of Iran, or in the territory of Iran.”

Under this amendment, if President Trump (or any future president) thought military action was a necessity to defend the interests of the United States, he would first need to do what the Constitution clearly requires: make his case to Congress and attain authorization from our elected representatives. Lest there was any worry about the amendment tying the president’s hands in extraordinary circumstances, it allowed Trump to respond militarily if US forces were attacked.

Make us a little weaker until they get in to office and then reverse it....They are jerks and freaks .

 

[Harpy Eagle]

Bomb Iran? How is Iran a threat? We have domestic threats in this country and millions and millions more at the border. Now why the hell should he bomb some shit-hole that looks as if it was already bombed anyway?

How as Syria a threat when Trump sent a 100 million worth of missiles their way?

 

[Harpy Eagle]

Senators are ready to pack their bags and head out of town before the hot, swampy weather in Washington gets any more unbearable. But of course, not before they humiliate themselves and let down their constituents one last time — by voting down an amendment that would have prevented an unauthorized and unconstitutional war with Iran, as they did on Friday. George Washington, John Adams, James Madison, and the rest of the founding fathers obviously felt much differently, understanding that taking a country to war is a decision far too important for one man to make.

The bipartisan amendment was short, sweet, and appropriate at a time when the U.S. and Iran seem minutes away from a direct conflict. The language was as clear as day: “no funds authorized by this Act may be used to conduct hostilities against the Government of Iran, against the Armed Forces of Iran, or in the territory of Iran.”

Under this amendment, if President Trump (or any future president) thought military action was a necessity to defend the interests of the United States, he would first need to do what the Constitution clearly requires: make his case to Congress and attain authorization from our elected representatives. Lest there was any worry about the amendment tying the president’s hands in extraordinary circumstances, it allowed Trump to respond militarily if US forces were attacked.

The Executive Branch has had unlimited war powers since the AUMF was signed and it has not been changed since then.

 

[Norman]

Bomb Iran? How is Iran a threat? We have domestic threats in this country and millions and millions more at the border. Now why the hell should he bomb some shit-hole that looks as if it was already bombed anyway?

How as Syria a threat when Trump sent a 100 million worth of missiles their way?

They weren't a threat. He sent a message to them, which apparently was received. No such stupidity after the fireworks.

 

[Tehon]

Senators are ready to pack their bags and head out of town before the hot, swampy weather in Washington gets any more unbearable. But of course, not before they humiliate themselves and let down their constituents one last time — by voting down an amendment that would have prevented an unauthorized and unconstitutional war with Iran, as they did on Friday. George Washington, John Adams, James Madison, and the rest of the founding fathers obviously felt much differently, understanding that taking a country to war is a decision far too important for one man to make.

The bipartisan amendment was short, sweet, and appropriate at a time when the U.S. and Iran seem minutes away from a direct conflict. The language was as clear as day: “no funds authorized by this Act may be used to conduct hostilities against the Government of Iran, against the Armed Forces of Iran, or in the territory of Iran.”

Under this amendment, if President Trump (or any future president) thought military action was a necessity to defend the interests of the United States, he would first need to do what the Constitution clearly requires: make his case to Congress and attain authorization from our elected representatives. Lest there was any worry about the amendment tying the president’s hands in extraordinary circumstances, it allowed Trump to respond militarily if US forces were attacked.

Senate Republicans had an opportunity to show respect for the Constitution and failed.

 

[justoffal]

Senators are ready to pack their bags and head out of town before the hot, swampy weather in Washington gets any more unbearable. But of course, not before they humiliate themselves and let down their constituents one last time — by voting down an amendment that would have prevented an unauthorized and unconstitutional war with Iran, as they did on Friday. George Washington, John Adams, James Madison, and the rest of the founding fathers obviously felt much differently, understanding that taking a country to war is a decision far too important for one man to make.

The bipartisan amendment was short, sweet, and appropriate at a time when the U.S. and Iran seem minutes away from a direct conflict. The language was as clear as day: “no funds authorized by this Act may be used to conduct hostilities against the Government of Iran, against the Armed Forces of Iran, or in the territory of Iran.”

Under this amendment, if President Trump (or any future president) thought military action was a necessity to defend the interests of the United States, he would first need to do what the Constitution clearly requires: make his case to Congress and attain authorization from our elected representatives. Lest there was any worry about the amendment tying the president’s hands in extraordinary circumstances, it allowed Trump to respond militarily if US forces were attacked.

Geez I guess Trump is like Obama in some ways eh?

 

[Harpy Eagle]

Bomb Iran? How is Iran a threat? We have domestic threats in this country and millions and millions more at the border. Now why the hell should he bomb some shit-hole that looks as if it was already bombed anyway?

How as Syria a threat when Trump sent a 100 million worth of missiles their way?

They weren't a threat. He sent a message to them, which apparently was received. No such stupidity after the fireworks.

Yep, one hell of a message...

First we tell them when and where via Russia then we spend 100 million to take out an airfield that was useable again in less than 24 hours


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[Dan Stubbs]

Senators are ready to pack their bags and head out of town before the hot, swampy weather in Washington gets any more unbearable. But of course, not before they humiliate themselves and let down their constituents one last time — by voting down an amendment that would have prevented an unauthorized and unconstitutional war with Iran, as they did on Friday. George Washington, John Adams, James Madison, and the rest of the founding fathers obviously felt much differently, understanding that taking a country to war is a decision far too important for one man to make.

The bipartisan amendment was short, sweet, and appropriate at a time when the U.S. and Iran seem minutes away from a direct conflict. The language was as clear as day: “no funds authorized by this Act may be used to conduct hostilities against the Government of Iran, against the Armed Forces of Iran, or in the territory of Iran.”

Under this amendment, if President Trump (or any future president) thought military action was a necessity to defend the interests of the United States, he would first need to do what the Constitution clearly requires: make his case to Congress and attain authorization from our elected representatives. Lest there was any worry about the amendment tying the president’s hands in extraordinary circumstances, it allowed Trump to respond militarily if US forces were attacked.

I get it they don't want another war like Johnson, RFK, Clinton, and others Democrats got us into. I will say they are a little late in passing that bill.

 

[Norman]

Bomb Iran? How is Iran a threat? We have domestic threats in this country and millions and millions more at the border. Now why the hell should he bomb some shit-hole that looks as if it was already bombed anyway?

How as Syria a threat when Trump sent a 100 million worth of missiles their way?

They weren't a threat. He sent a message to them, which apparently was received. No such stupidity after the fireworks.

Yep, one hell of a message...

First we tell them when and where via Russia then we spend 100 million to take out an airfield that was useable again in less than 24 hours


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It was not supposed to be lethal strike. Just a reminder who has the fireworks, and who doesn't. It worked.