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The project, headed by Sens. Tim Kaine
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The bill comes at a time when lawmakers express frustration at the lack of consultation with Congress over the United States’ attacks in Syria last week, marking the first known military action ordered by Biden. The government also did not cite authorization for these actions.
“Last week’s air strikes in Syria show that the executive branch, regardless of the party, will continue to expand its war powers,” said Kaine in a statement.
“I ask Congress to adopt this measure promptly and the Biden government to support it to finally show the American people that the branches of Article I and II can work together on these issues,” he added.
Young added that Congress is “operating on autopilot” when it comes to authorizing military force.
“Congress must not shy away from this debate and I look forward to working with my colleagues on the Senate Foreign Relations Commission to move this important legislation forward,” he added.
In addition to Kaine and Young, Sens. Tammy Duckworth
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Senators have tried for years to reform or revoke existing military permits, but the legislation has been bogged down by party divisions on Capitol Hill or by maneuvering between the executive and legislative branches.
Kaine said he informed the White House during a call this week about his bill. He noted that while they made no commitments, they seemed “really willing to engage”.