Donald Trump Is Acting Within the Law Over Iran War, Todd Blanche Says
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche defended President Donald Trump's handling of U.S. military operations against Iran, asserting the administration is acting within the law. The administration claims a ceasefire has ended hostilities, thus bypassing the need for congressional approval under the War Powers Act. Despite the absence of active fighting, U.S. forces maintain a naval blockade of Iranian ports, prompting legal and political debate over the definition of hostilities.
- ▪The 60-day deadline under the War Powers Act passed without congressional approval for continued military action against Iran.
- ▪President Trump declared that hostilities with Iran had terminated, citing a ceasefire, even though U.S. forces remain deployed in the region.
- ▪Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche stated the administration's actions align with legal precedent set by previous presidents.
- ▪Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth argued that the ceasefire pauses the 60-day War Powers clock.
- ▪Critics contend that the ongoing naval blockade may still constitute hostilities requiring congressional authorization.
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By Emma MarsdenFreelance News ReporterShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has defended President Donald Trump’s handling of the conflict with Iran, insisting the administration is acting within the law, even as a key deadline passed without congressional approval to continue military operations.The Trump administration is facing growing legal and political scrutiny over its military involvement in Iran, with questions mounting over whether ongoing U.S.
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