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Barr Criticizes Congress for Capitulating on Constitution by Approving FISA Amendments

July 10, 2008 1:58 pm EST

Atlanta, GA — “Nearly three years ago the American people became aware that the president was systematically breaking the law by spying on phone calls and emails without seeking a warrant under the Constitution or even the relaxed standards of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.  [...]

Barr: Follow the Constitution: Only Congress can Declare War

July 10, 2008 1:59 pm EST

Atlanta, GA — “Former Secretaries of State James Baker and Warren Christopher have proposed a new statute to encourage the president and Congress to cooperate in going to war.  But the Constitution already sets forth a clear rule:  Congress, and only Congress, is tasked with [...]