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position · 2026

Restore Congress’s authority over tariffs and war declarations

McClintock called on Congress to reclaim authority over tariffs and declarations of war from the executive branch. He said restoring that authority would restore the constitutional balance between Congress and the president.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 12, 2026.

In their own words

He also called on Congress to reclaim authority over tariffs and declarations of war

The source

Tom McClintock wins California 5th District House race ↗

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Retrieved: 11/12/2026