Trump says congressional approval not required for Iran war after ceasefire
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 20:03 UTC
- Sources: Middle East Eye
President Trump asserted that the United States does not need Congress’s consent to continue military actions against Iran following a tentative ceasefire. He argued that the executive branch retains authority to act in defense of national security. Critics noted the statement could conflict with the War Powers Resolution.
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