Rosen criticizes Trump’s approach and withholding information as risking a prolonged unauthorized war with unclear objectives, while supporting troops, Israel’s defense and Iranian freedom.
Jacky RosenU.S. Senator for Nevada at the statement date.
Rosen criticizes Trump’s approach and withholding information as risking a prolonged unauthorized war with unclear objectives, while supporting troops, Israel’s defense and Iranian freedom.
“could lead us into another protracted Middle East conflict, without authorization from Congress.”
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Rosen criticizes Trump’s approach and withholding information as risking a prolonged unauthorized war with unclear objectives, while supporting troops, Israel’s defense and Iranian freedom. She calls for a classified briefing and says only Congress can declare war, while reaffirming troop safety and Israel’s right to defend itself.
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Rosen criticizes Trump’s approach and withholding information as risking a prolonged unauthorized war with unclear objectives, while supporting troops, Israel’s defense and Iranian freedom.
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She calls for a classified briefing and says only Congress can declare war, while reaffirming troop safety and Israel’s right to defend itself.
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Relative to U.S. military involvement in the 2026 Iran war, Rosen criticizes Trump’s approach and withholding information as risking a prolonged unauthorized war with unclear objectives, while supporting troops, Israel’s defense and Iranian freedom.
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