Trump Suggests War Powers Resolution is ‘Unconstitutional’
President Donald Trump indicated he has no intention of seeking congressional authorization for further military action against Iran, despite the War Powers Resolution requiring it after 60 days. Trump claimed the resolution is 'unconstitutional' and that previous presidents have not sought such authorization.
The United States and Israel launched joint strikes on Iran in late February, and the conflict has now extended into its third month. As the 60-day mark required by the War Powers Resolution was reached, President Donald Trump was asked why he hasn't sought Congress's approval for additional military action. Trump claimed that none of his predecessors had ever done so and that the resolution is 'unconstitutional.' The War Powers Resolution requires a president to notify Congress of any impending military action within 48 hours of deployment and remove troops after 60 days unless Congress authorizes further action. Trump also alleged that other countries don't require further authorization and that the current ceasefire with Iran gives the government additional time. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth made a similar claim before Congress, stating that the ceasefire 'pauses or stops' the 60-day clock.
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