Politics
Briefing: Cory Booker calls both parties ‘feckless’ for ceding war powers to Trump
Strategic angle: Democrat criticizes Congress for inaction that may embolden the president to attack countries like Cuba and North Korea.
editorial-staff
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Updated 27 days ago
On March 15, 2026, Senator Cory Booker expressed strong criticism towards both the Democratic and Republican parties, labeling them as 'feckless' for their inaction regarding war powers.
Booker highlighted the risks associated with Congress's failure to act, suggesting that this inaction could empower President Trump to initiate military actions against countries such as Cuba and North Korea.
This commentary raises important questions about the implications of congressional oversight on military engagement and the architecture of U.S. foreign policy.