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• Bipartisan Support: The amendment received support from both Democrats and Republicans, passing with a vote of 261 to 167. It garnered backing from 212 Democrats and 49 Republicans, signaling a rare moment of consensus in a divided Congress.
• Concerns Over Presidential Power: Lawmakers have raised concerns that the continued presence of these military authorizations gives too much power to the president, allowing for potential abuse. Supporters of the repeal argue it is crucial for Congress to reclaim its constitutional responsibility over war.
• Historic Context: The 2002 authorization was established prior to the Iraq War in 2003, while the 1991 authorization was linked to the Gulf War. Both authorizations have been criticized for being outdated and no longer relevant to current military engagements.
• Previous Attempts: Attempts to repeal these military authorizations have occurred in the past, with similar measures passing the Democratic-controlled Senate in 2023 but stalling in the Republican-controlled House at that time.
• Rationale for Change: Rep. Roy emphasized the need for Congress to modernize the legal framework concerning military force, arguing that relying on 23- to 34-year-old authorizations is inappropriate for current geopolitical challenges.

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