Reassert congressional authority over trade and war powers

Welch said the incoming Democratic majorities should reassert Congress’s authority over trade and war powers. He linked this priority to Trump’s expansion of U.S. military involvement in Iran without congressional approval.

Context: The interview does not specify the legislation or other steps he would support to reassert that authority.

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reassert congressional authority over trade and war powers

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Vermont Conversation: 'An incredible repudiation of Trump. ... ↗

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