Shock as David Cameron's Commons fiasco prompts President Obama to seek a Congress vote backing military intervention in Syria - Americas - World - The Independent
Posted by LetsShrug 11 years ago to Government
Your Prez said,
"This menace must be confronted. But having made my decision as commander-in-chief, I am also mindful that I am president of the world's oldest constitutional democracy."
See also
http://www.dailypaul.com/1958/constituti...
"This menace must be confronted. But having made my decision as commander-in-chief, I am also mindful that I am president of the world's oldest constitutional democracy."
See also
http://www.dailypaul.com/1958/constituti...
Actually he doesn't have the authority to do so. The War Powers Act mandates the president to consult Congress prior to introducing U.S. forces into hostilities. Even if that means lobbing a missile at them from miles away.
Our President seeking the support of Congress? Since when?? This President is audacious; I’ll give him that much. Will congressmen be flattered into folly? Are they patting themselves on the back thinking this Prez has finally submitted to their Constitutional authority? Will they be more agreeable, blinded by their own vanity? Can’t wait till the next act in this comedy of error.