War Powers
The Unconstitutional War in Somalia
While it might not get the high-profile attention of larger-scale wars – like Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, Libya and elsewhere – thereโs another war being waged in Somalia, and itโs just as unconstitutional as the others. Path to Liberty, Fast Friday Edition:...Over 7 months, the military under @realdonaldtrump did more airstrikes in Somalia than in 16 years of @barackobama and Bush combined. @mmaharrey10th#hesnotantiwar #truth #war #peace pic.twitter.com/o4gCYo2uck
— TenthAmendmentCenter (@TenthAmendment) October 20, 2020
Dropping Bombs on Somalia
There were more U.S. military airstrikes in Somalia through the first seven months of 2020 than there were through the entirety of the G.W. Bush and Barack Obama presidencies. Yes. Somalia. Over 7 months, the military under @realdonaldtrump did more airstrikes in...
Who Ends War under the Constitution? Iraq, Iran, AUMF Edition
On Thursday, the House passed an amendment to repeal the 2002 Iraq AUMF. The administration is vehemently opposed and will likely veto. But under the Constitution, which branch makes this decision, or is it both? Path to Liberty, Fast Friday Edition: January 31, 2020...
Is the War Powers Act Constitutional?
The forthcoming World War III seemed so long ago that it seems most people have forgotten about it. At the very least, the opening of the impeachment trial and the last Democratic debate has dampened interest in this pivotal issue. Every presidential candidate should...