Pompeo was previously invited to testify before the committee this week but declined, citing time constraints. Engel warned Pompeo that he would use legal means to compel him to testify if he refuses to appear at the Jan. 29 hearing. Iran responded by launching missiles at military bases in Iraq that house American troops, which injured 11 service members. CLICK HERE FOR THE FOX NEWS APPThe House last week passed a War Powers Resolution, mostly along party lines, intended to tighten Trump's military action toward Iran. Senate Armed Services Committee member Tim Kaine, D-Va. introduced a second version that would mandate the U.S. to withdraw troops from hostilities against Iran.

Source: Fox News January 17, 2020 21:37 UTC