A vulnerable House GOP lawmaker unveiled legislation Thursday that establishes parameters around President Donald Trump’s war against Iran — the latest sign Republican support for the campaign is cracking.
The authorization for use of military force, from Rep. Tom Barrett (R-Mich.), would allow U.S. military actions to continue until July 30 but prevent “sustained” ground operations and nation-building efforts in Iran.
“The commander in chief has the sole authority to lead our troops in wartime, but I’ve lost too many friends on the battlefield to allow that to happen without Congress exercising its constitutional role to clearly define the mission with safeguards and a deadline,” Barrett said in a press release. Barrett is also seeking reelection in his swing state.
