A Ceasefire Does Not Stop the War Powers Clock
The War Powers Resolution's 60-day clock doesn't pause for ceasefires — today is Day 39, April 29 is still the deadline, and Congress hasn't authorized a war that is now being declared won.
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War Powers Day 39 — the Ceasefire Does Not Stop the Clock
The War Powers Resolution clock hits its 60-day deadline on April 29 whether or not the ceasefire holds — Congress has not authorized the war and has not moved to stop it.
DHS Shutdown Hits Day 54 With No House Vote in Sight
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