"If they are continuing the drawdown, that would be a violation of the law," said a congressional aide, speaking on the condition of anonymity. In November, the Pentagon said it would reduce the number of US forces in Afghanistan from 4,500 to 2,500 by mid-January. It is unclear how many troops have been moved out of Afghanistan since the law passed. The Pentagon said it was "evaluating" the impact the legislation would have on US troop strength in Afghanistan. The legislation gave Trump emergency waiver power to continue the drawdown.

Source: bd News24 January 12, 2021 03:00 UTC