Immediately end our war in Libya

We call on our colleagues in Congress to exercise their legitimate authority and oversight and immediately block any funding for this war. Before the executive branch further weakens the War Powers Resolution, and before we attack another country in the name of our “responsibility to protect,” we must recommit ourselves to our constitutional duty and obligation to hold the purse strings and the right to declare war. For decades, the House recognized the need for appropriate checks and balances before another war was waged. We must do the same.

We call on Congress to exhibit similar foresight by promptly ending this war and pledging to uphold the laws that characterize America’s commitment to democratic governance.

Statement by CPC Peace and Security Taskforce co-chairs Reps. Mike Honda (D-Calif.), Barbara Lee (D-Calif.), Lynn Woolsey (D-Calif.) and CPC Co-Chair Raul Grijalva (D-Ariz.).