The Pentagon has declined to shoot down the suspected surveillance craft, citing the danger of debris falling onto citizens below.
Furthermore, while Congress has the sole authority to declare wars, the president as the commander-in-chief, retains the authority to deploy the military, meaning that
would still likely need to authorize a strike on the surveillance balloon. It's also unclear if Congress' war power would encompass any authority related to a single strike against a craft in American airspace.In response to the balloon's presence, U.S. Secretary of State postponed a major visit to Beijing on Friday, stating that it would"not be appropriate" given the circumstances, calling the balloon"an irresponsible act and a clear violation of U.S. sovereignty and international law."
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