Trump repeats that he is 'not happy' with Iran as deadline to seek approval for war looms
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that the 60-day congressional deadline under the War Powers Resolution has paused due to a ceasefire with Iran, though some lawmakers dispute this interpretation. The Trump administration claims hostilities have terminated, but no long-term agreement has been reached, and the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed. Hegseth's comments come amid ongoing discussions with Congress over authorizing continued military action and debate over the legal and economic implications of the conflict.
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Hegseth says clock paused on deadline to seek approval for Iran war2 hours agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleJames FitzGeraldReutersThe defence secretary was responding to senators' questions on ThursdayUS Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has argued that the clock has paused on a deadline for the Trump administration to seek approval from Congress for the US-Israeli war with Iran.Hegseth was responding to questions from members of the Senate, or upper chamber, on Thursday. Friday is the 60th day since Trump formally notified Congress of the strikes against Iran on 2 March.
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