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It would not involve any ceding of territory.

The proposed agreement would cede the Indian Ocean islands - which house a strategically important joint US-UK military base - to Mauritius, which has claimed sovereignty over them.

The plan to cede sovereignty of the archipelago, known officially as the British Indian Ocean Territory, was announced in October 2024 after a deal was reached with former Mauritian leader Pravind Jugnauth.

Sawyer agreed, emphasizing the importance of people making their voices heard, believing that their lawmakers are supposed to be accountable to them and not ceding or obeying in advance.

Many Republicans have agreed with this sentiment, even if it means ceding congressional power over government spending to the president.