Trump says he doesn't need congressional authorization for Iran war, citing ceasefire
President Donald Trump sent letters to Congress stating that he doesn't need authorization for military operations in Iran due to a ceasefire, despite the conflict hitting the 60-day mark. Trump cited the ceasefire, which began on April 7, 2026, and claimed that hostilities have terminated.
President Donald Trump sent letters to Congress on Friday explaining that he doesn't need authorization for military operations in Iran due to a ceasefire. The ceasefire began on April 7, 2026, and has been extended. Trump stated that there has been no exchange of fire between US Forces and Iran since April 7, 2026. The US military strikes on Iran officially began on February 28, 2026. The 1973 War Powers Resolution directs the president to seek authorization for war from Congress after an ongoing military conflict hits the 60-day threshold. Trump's argument has been disputed by experts, who claim that the naval blockade enforced by the US constitutes continued hostilities.
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