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Censure Sen.Tom Cotton for circulating a petition meant to influence a foreign power without the Senate's full knowledge

Created by P.K. on March 12, 2015

Unlike other instances in the distant past, the Logan Act of 1799 was violated by the actions of a single person, Sen. Tom Cotton, who enlisted the signatures of himself and 46 other senators. The communications to a known foe to influence foreign affairs was done unlawfully.

Foreign Policy
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