Castro Statement on Military Action in the Middle East

San Antonio, TX — Today, Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20) released the following statement:

“Too often Presidents mistake the initial acts of war as the conclusion to the conflict rather than the opening of a Pandora’s box.

“That appears to be the case with President Trump today.

“These strikes on Iran are a dangerously escalatory step. The President has taken us to war with Iran with no debate, no authorization from the Congress, and no explanation to the American people.

“The President and Benjamin Netanyahu’s actions risk yet another protracted war in the Middle East—a war that that the American people do not want.

“We must hold this administration accountable and do everything in our power to stop a larger war.”

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