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Mar 16, 2026 President Trump claimed he could withdraw the United States from NATO without congressional approval Corroborated Power and Authority
The claim asserted broad unilateral control over treaty commitments and challenged Congress's role in major security decisions.
Independently corroborated by4 independent news desks
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- Trump Claims Authority to Withdraw from NATO — President Trump suggested he could unilaterally withdraw the United States from NATO without congressional approval.
Verified: Corroborated — 2+ independent news desks
Week 61 – 2026-03-14–2026-03-20
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Mar 14, 2026 President Trump threatened military action against Cuba Corroborated Power and Authority
The threat tested whether the president could move toward war without congressional approval, expanding executive discretion over the use of force.
Independently corroborated by3 independent news desks
CBS News · PBS · The Atlantic
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- Trump threatened military action against Cuba — President Donald J.
Verified: Corroborated — 2+ independent news desks
Week 61 – 2026-03-14–2026-03-20
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Mar 14, 2026 President Trump ordered the bombardment of Iran without congressional authorization Corroborated Power and Authority
The strike concentrated war-making power in the presidency and weakened the constitutional role of Congress in authorizing major military action.
Independently corroborated by3 independent news desks
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- Trump Orders Bombardment of Iran — President Donald Trump ordered a bombardment of Iran, marking a significant escalation in tensions between the two countries.
Verified: Corroborated — 2+ independent news desks
Week 61 – 2026-03-14–2026-03-20
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