"Because this act of Congress conflicts with established executive branch procedures and cuts short thorough consideration of issues that could bear on our national interest -- including our security, safety, and environment -- it has earned my veto."
- President Obama in a message to the Senate.
Wingers flip out!
President Barack Obama vetoed legislation that approved construction of the Keystone XL pipeline.
After Congress passed the bill earlier this month, Obama made good on his many promises to veto the bill Tuesday afternoon, after which he notified the Senate. The move marked only the third veto of Obama's presidency, although most predict many more to come.