military action
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The War Powers Act has historically proven difficult to enforce, with courts generally reluctant to intervene in disputes between Congress and the White House over military action.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
Von Wilpert has strongly criticized the prospect of unilateral military action, particularly regarding Iran.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
The war with Iran has pushed oil and natural-gas prices sharply higher, where they have stayed as the Strait of Hormuz has remained closed despite the suspension of military action.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
He said there would be "inevitable and extremely damaging consequences" for the region and wider world if military action restarted.
From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026
He had a breezy highway driving style, but when making any kind of maneuver he snapped into military action, pummeling the wheel with strong hands.
From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides
