Mike Lee and Rand Paul have cause for frustration

Published January 9, 2020 12:48am ET



The new War Powers Resolution just gained two Republican votes, and the Trump administration has itself to blame.

Sens. Mike Lee of Utah, and Rand Paul of Kentucky both signaled their support for the resolution, which would force Trump to seek congressional authorization if hostilities toward Iran continue past 30 days, after leaving a briefing with administration officials. The briefing was “the worst” Lee said he’s seen, “at least on a military issue.”

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