Sen. Hassan Issues Statement on Passage of War Powers Resolution
February 14, 2020
February 14, 2020
WASHINGTON, Feb. 14 -- Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-New Hampshire, issued the following statement after voting to pass a bipartisan war powers resolution aimed at preventing further escalation of hostilities with Iran without congressional authorization:
"The first priority of government is to keep America safe, secure, and free, and the Administration has a responsibility to consult with Congress on the use of military force.
"I joined Republican and Democratic Sen . . .
"The first priority of government is to keep America safe, secure, and free, and the Administration has a responsibility to consult with Congress on the use of military force.
"I joined Republican and Democratic Sen . . .