aoc: "The President's disastrous decision to bomb Iran without authorization is a grave violation of the Constitution an

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18. or not legal?

"Attacking terrorist groups (non-state actors) differs from attacking a nation-state. Non-state actors, like al-Qaeda, lack sovereignty and operate across borders; U.S. actions against them often use the 2001 AUMF, requiring no new Congressional approval, and are seen as targeted operations. Attacking a nation-state, like Iran, is a formal act of war, typically needing Congressional authorization under the Constitution and War Powers Resolution, with risks of escalation into full-scale conflict. International law restricts force against states but allows self-defense against non-state actors under debated doctrines. Historical precedents show both practices, but nation-state actions are more controversial."

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