Dexter: “This attack, made without domestic support, clear rationale, or a plan for the day after, fails the American people.”

January 3, 2026 Press Release “Only Congress, under Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution, has the authority—on behalf of the American people—to authorize acts of war. Last night, Trump once again trampled the Constitution by launching an illegal and reckless military strike in Venezuela and capturing their leader. “Congress was not consulted, nor did we give approval. “This attack, made without
domestic support, clear rationale, or a plan for the day after, fails the American people and their need for safety and economic
security. It further undermines our legitimacy on the world stage and threatens
the defense of sovereignty globally, all while distracting us from what we
should be focused on: investing
in affordable healthcare, housing, and economic opportunity for American families. “Congress must reassert its
constitutional authorities, and vote on a War
Powers Resolution to put a stop to this. As the Representative for Oregon’s 3 rd Congressional District, I refuse to stand by and allow us to be pulled into
another endless war.” ###