Barack Obama gave $1.7 billion dollars, delivered in cash, to Iran
“Before Obama left office, he sent $1.7 billion in cash to Iran. The money was delivered in actual cash stacked on pallets and flown into the country”
“It happened in January, 2016 when Obama authorized the transfer of the money to the nation known for sponsoring terrorism. The funds were allegedly part of a long-standing financial obligation stemming from a pre 1979 agreement. Prior to the Iranian revolution. The United States had committed to supplying Iran with military equipment. However, following the revolution, the transaction was abandoned, leaving Iran to claim reimbursement for the $400 million initially paid. With the accrued interest, this amount spiked to $1.7 billion.
The Obama administration decided to resolve the debt. On January 17th, 2016, an aircraft arrived in Iran carrying $400 million in cash loaded onto pallets. The remaining balance of the $1.7 billion was delivered in subsequent shipments.”
“Now, as Israel continues its attacks on Iranian nuclear and military sites, president Donald Trump is deciding how involved the United States will become in this war. Many pointing straight back to Obama as the reason Iran had the funding to continue paying for terror and start building up their nuclear programs.”
Chris Murphy is overstating the War Powers Resolution.
The War Powers Resolution of 1973 does not “specifically prohibit” all military action absent prior congressional authorization.
It requires:
The President to notify Congress within 48 hours of introducing U.S. forces into hostilities.
Forces must be withdrawn within 60 days, with a possible 30-day extension, unless Congress authorizes the action or declares war.
That is materially different from saying military action is prohibited unless Congress pre-approves it.
Presidents of both parties have conducted limited strikes without prior authorization, citing Article II Commander-in-Chief authority. Examples include:
Reagan in Libya
Clinton in Kosovo
Obama in Libya
Trump in Syria
Biden in Syria and Iraq
Congress has repeatedly challenged interpretations, but the executive branch has consistently maintained that limited engagements do not automatically require prior authorization.
Article I gives Congress the power to declare war.
Article II makes the President Commander in Chief.
The War Powers Resolution attempts to balance those authorities… it does not eliminate executive operational discretion.
If Murphy wants to argue that the Resolution should be stricter, that’s a policy argument.
But claiming it “specifically prohibits” military action without prior authorization is an overstatement of how it has functioned in practice for five decades.
Corrected him on the law.
Corrected him on precedent.
Do not overreach. Precision is lethal.
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@RepSwalwell Thank god this, like Venezuela isn’t a war you fucking tool. Thank god we have a president and war department who knows how to end these “wars” before they begin.
@tomhalterman@thejmoneykearns This is different. This isn’t the fire Ferentz crowd. This is needed change. Ferentz has adjusted more times than most people know. TNT are completely unwilling to do so.
Oh my.... From the Cedar Rapids Gazette this morning 2/18/26. I didn't know Thomas Gaddie, but this might be the greatest opening line of an obituary ever. RIP Tom!
Thank you, Hawks! Incredible support for @IowaHoops the last 48hrs. Still room for others to join the team and support the new coach.
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Fran has been phenomenal for Iowa over the past 15 years. In this new era, the Swarm remains fully committed to supporting MBB in any way possible. The continued generosity and engagement of our fan base will be critical in helping elevate the program to the level we all aspire.
@B1Gwbball Patty Broderick should be absolutely ashamed of what’s happening on the court right now in the Iowa vs MSU game. Absolutely pathetic officiating.