Savannah port boosters: Fed funding safe under national emergency

U.S. Rep. Hank Johnson, D-Lithonia, joined many of his Democratic colleagues in lambasting the move.

"With this declaration, Trump sets a dangerous precedent as he continues his march toward despotism," he said. "I ask my Republican colleagues to work with me to prevent the destruction of the delicate balance of power that exists between the legislative and executive branches of government."

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