Washington, Jan. 3 -- Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr issued the following news release:
Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-LA) issued the following statement:
"Last night's military action taken by President Trump against Venezuela was unconstitutional. Period.
"The Constitution is clear. The power to authorize the use of military force rests with Congress. No president, regardless of party, may bypass that responsibility. Acting without congressional authorization is not strength. It is recklessness, and it places American lives at unnecessary risk.
"I fully understand the serious challenges posed by President Maduro, his regime, and the suffering of the Venezuelan people. Those realities demand thoughtful, lawful, and strategic...