Just Asking Questions Ro Khanna: Congress Must Take Back Its War Powers
Jun 25, 2025
Ro Khanna, the progressive Representative from California's 17th district, tackles the pressing issue of war powers and the need for Congress to reclaim its authority. He challenges the current administration's military strategies in Iran, advocating for diplomacy over aggression. Khanna emphasizes the importance of bipartisan cooperation to curb executive war powers and the necessity for the Democratic Party to renew its anti-war identity. He also explores the role of trust in government and the push to eliminate corrupt money from politics.
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Trump's War Decision Influences
- Trump's decision on Iran was influenced by both neoconservative war advocates and his own anti-war MAGA base.
- The War Powers Resolution and public pressure likely prevented further escalation after the initial strikes.
Diplomacy Over Military
- Diplomacy should be the main approach to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.
- A year-long diplomatic effort could have been more effective than military strikes.
Know-How Survives Strikes
- Military strikes alone cannot eliminate nuclear know-how retained by Iran’s scientists.
- Independent verification and negotiations are essential to prevent nuclear weapon development.