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Newsweek | Congress has a chance to reclaim its war powers
In response to the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, then-President George W. Bush signed into law the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force to provide the legal authority to pursue and punish those responsible. The following year, the 2002 AUMF was passed to authorize the ill-conceived invasion of Iraq and the overthrow of dictator Saddam Hussein.
Over the last 20 years, both laws have been used to justify military actions disconnected from their original intent. These laws—unmodified since their original passage—have sanctioned combat operations in at least 19 countries.
Albuquerque Journal | NM veteran reflects on VA reform
Veterans are in the best position to make our own decisions, whether that means care at the VA or not. Legislation such as the recently introduced Veterans Health Care Freedom Act would build on the progress made through the MISSION Act by giving veterans even more choice and access to needed care. But until a bill like that is passed, lawmakers and advocates must keep a watchful eye on the MISSION Act’s implementation and stop any attempt to roll back progress. |
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