Carter statement on vote in support of our troops against war powers resolution

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA) today released the following statement after voting against H. Con. Res. 38, supporting American troops in response to an imminent foreign threat: “Our troops are risking their lives, with some already making the ultimate sacrifice, to protect the United States against the world’s largest sponsor of terrorism. Iran wants death for America and will not stop developing a nuclear weapon until that goal is reached. President Trump, who repeatedly attempted diplomatic negotiations, was well within his authority to authorize military action against Iran. The service members who are bravely carrying out this mission have my full support. It would be inappropriate and dangerous for Congress to hamstring the executive while Iran plants missiles aimed at U.S. bases. Unlike Georgia’s Senators, who once again sided with criminals and terrorists over American citizens, I proudly voted to continue President Trump’s peace through strength agenda and support our troops who are in harm’s way.” ###