Leader Schumer Statement On The Risks Of Donald Trump And His Administration Dragging Us Into War With Iran

New York, N.Y. - Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) today released the following statement on the risks of this administration dragging the country into another deadly and costly war with Iran:

"The administration has yet to articulate to Congress and the American people what the objectives or strategy would be for any potential military campaign against Iran, let alone what it would mean for the lives of American service members or the costs for American taxpayers.

"As I have consistently said: confronting Iran's ruthless campaign of terror, nuclear ambitions, regional aggression, and horrific oppression of the Iranian people demands strength, resolve, regional coordination, and strategic clarity.

"Congress has the sole power to declare war. We must enforce the War Powers Act and compel this administration to consult with Congress and explain to the American people the objectives and exactly why he is risking more American lives."

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