[garybob]

I certain situations the president might not have the luxury of time to discuss the situation with his staff before having to make a decision.

Only in the case of in-bound nuclear missiles would that be impracticable, all other situations would allow some sort of staff meeting even if by video.

IMHO, this is a pretty weak argument.

[IMR 4350]

“Only in the case of in-bound nuclear missiles would that be impracticable, all other situations would allow some sort of staff meeting even if by video.”

You mean like Somalia 1993 where Clinton wasn't able to make a decision without discussing it with his staff first?

You're right, it was only our troops lives on the line waiting for Clinton and his staff to reach a decision. Nothing so important that couldn't wait right?