Governor Andy Beshear and President Donald Trump clashed this week after Trump’s campaign stop in northern Kentucky. Beshear argued the President should have used the visit to more clearly explain the escalating conflict with Iran, particularly as the confrontation has already resulted in American casualties and economic uncertainty at home. Trump instead used the rally to promote his agenda and campaign against Congressman Thomas Massie, endorsing a primary challenger in the Fourth Congressional District. The exchange highlights a broader moment of tension in national politics. As the United States becomes more deeply involved in another Middle East conflict, both Democrats and Republicans are looking for clarity about the goal of the mission and the constitutional role Congress plays in deciding whether we should go to war.