Democrats, MAGA Republicans Share Common Ground on War Powers
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By Lanny J. Davis
Published on March 2, 2026.
There are areas of common ground between Democrats and MAGA Republicans, in disagreement with President Donald Trump, over the use of military intervention without congressional authorization or meaningful consultation with Congress. The author, Lanny Davis, argues that the need to read the Constitution strictly when it comes to the presidents authority to launch war (defined as significant military action over a period of time, as required under Congress War Powers Resolution of 1973). He also notes that core Trump voters share the same concerns about the president's unilateral use of power leading to "endless wars" as progressive Democrats. Davis challenges Democrats to find common ground with Trumps supporters in challenging this administration's attack on Iran, contrary to the "war powers" limitations on president, requiring congressional authorization. He argues that while supporting the death of the Iranian leader, there must be presidential compliance with the Constitution.
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