Senate Moves to Curb Trump’s War Powers on Iran
News Desk/ Agencies
Islamabad: The US Senate is expected to vote on a resolution aimed at limiting the president’s authority to take military action against Iran, according to Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer.
Speaking at a press conference following the announcement of a ceasefire between the United States and Iran, Schumer said lawmakers plan to introduce and pursue the resolution next week.
The measure seeks to require President Donald Trump to obtain Congressional approval before initiating any further military action against Iran.
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Schumer emphasized that Congress must reassert its constitutional role in authorizing the use of military force, particularly amid what he described as a volatile and sensitive security environment.
He also criticized the president’s recent statements as “unbalanced,” arguing that the conflict has not achieved its objectives of weakening Iran’s government or curbing its nuclear program, while contributing to rising global fuel prices.
Efforts to pass similar resolutions have been made multiple times in recent months by Democrats in both the Senate and the House of Representatives, but have so far been unsuccessful.
These initiatives aim to reinforce legislative oversight by requiring executive consultation before engaging in military operations.
Despite these efforts, members of Trump’s Republican Party in Congress have largely remained supportive of his administration’s policies.
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Under the US Constitution, Congress holds the authority to declare war, although presidents retain the ability to conduct limited military actions or respond to immediate threats without prior approval.
Meanwhile, Democratic House leader Hakeem Jeffries of New York has also called for the House of Representatives to vote on similar measures. He urged lawmakers to pursue what he described as a permanent end to what he termed an “irresponsible war” with Iran.
The upcoming Senate vote is expected to further intensify the debate in Washington over the balance of war powers between the executive and legislative branches, even as ceasefire arrangements continue to evolve on the international stage.
