CVA Applauds Rep. Barrett’s War Powers Package
“Rep. Tom Barrett’s war powers package helps restore Congress’s Article I role in decisions of war and peace,” said John Vick, Executive Director, Concerned Veterans for America. “CVA welcomes congressional efforts to reassume their solemn and exclusive role to decide when we go to war. Connecting American citizens to that decision, via their elected representatives, is essential for ensuring that the use of force is accountable to the American people and aligned with our nation’s most vital interests.” Watch Rep. Barrett’s official video announcing the war powers package:
I served in the Army for 22 years during the War on Terror. I saw firsthand the total human cost of this foreign policy failure and believe it’s time to rethink how we do things.
Today, I’m announcing the fourth pillar of my Blueprint for a Better America to Recalibrate American… pic.twitter.com/JBsoifuuC8
― Congressman Tom Barrett (@RepTomBarrett) April 22, 2026