Republicans in the Senate blocked a measure that would terminate the president’s legally disputed campaign targeting alleged drug runners.
Tag: War Powers Act (1973)
White House Postpones Briefing Congress on Iran Strikes
Democrats reacted with outrage after the Trump administration, which has yet to consult with Congress on its strikes against Iran, delayed a planned briefing with lawmakers on Capitol Hill.
Democrats Forge Ahead With Efforts to Reach War Powers Vote Amid Shaky Cease-Fire
The Democrats pressing for a vote to require congressional approval for any further military action against Iran are proposing to narrow the measure to draw maximum support from a divided party.
Is the U.S. at War With Iran? What to Know About Trump, Congress and War Powers
President Trump avoided asking Congress for permission before striking Iran, despite the Constitution saying only the legislature can declare war.
Is the U.S. at War With Iran? What to Know About Trump, Congress and War Powers
President Trump avoided asking Congress for permission before striking Iran, despite the Constitution saying only the legislature can declare war.
Biden Lawyers Wrestle With Lack of Congressional Blessing for Houthi Conflict
Civilian prosecutors took custody of 14 wartime detainees, and an official asserted that a key part of the War Powers Resolution did not apply.
Americans Demand a Rethinking of the ‘Forever War’
The United States must stop its involvement in endless wars, say bipartisan critics of both President Trump’s actions and Washington policymakers.
U.S. Role in Yemen War Will End Unless Trump Issues Second Veto
The House gave final passage to a resolution to end United States military assistance for the war in Yemen, issuing a bipartisan rebuke of President Trump.