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# Syria and the War Power 

The Constitution gives the President limited powers to repel attacks, but President Obama claims a broad authority to go to war in Syria. He has, notably, asked for Congress’s endorsement of his plan. Gene Healy, vice president at the Cato Institute, argues that the President will have a tough time ignoring the results of a Congressional vote, especially if they reject his call for authorization. Video produced by Caleb O. Brown and Austin Bragg.

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##### [Gene Healy](/people/gene-healy)

Former Senior Vice President for Policy, Cato Institute