Marcy Kaptur Calls On Congress To 'Reassert' Its Constitutional Authority In Wake Of Iran Strikes

In remarks on the House floor last week, Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-OH) spoke about the strikes on Iran.

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00:00seek recognition. Without objection, the gentlewoman is recognized for one minute.

00:09Mr. Speaker, it is with great concern for our republic and the long-term safety of our people,

00:18our military, and U.S. assets, both domestically and abroad. For our nation's president to launch

00:28military force on a foreign nation without constitutional approval, Article I, Section 8,

00:36is a clear violation of the most important legal document of our country.

00:43History brutally taught our country what asymmetrical warfare is after enduring 9-11 here at home.

00:52Congress must reassert our constitutional authority before the American people are dragged into

01:00a very endless war by those whose radical acts of retribution will not cease. This is a time

01:10to pay attention, to study history a little bit, and to abide by the Constitution of the United States.

01:17Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I yield back.

01:19The gentlewoman yields back. For what purpose does the gentleman from Illinois seek recognition?

01:23Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent to address the House for one minute and to revise...