Republicans say they will defer to Trump on Iran war despite arrival of 60-day deadline
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Republican lawmakers are deferring to President Donald Trump on the ongoing conflict with Iran, allowing the 60-day War Powers Resolution deadline to pass without congressional action. Despite some GOP members expressing concerns about executive overreach and calling for a clear military strategy, most continue to support or remain silent on the administration's approach. The White House maintains that the ceasefire negates the need for congressional authorization, while a small group of Republican senators urge Congress to reclaim its constitutional role in authorizing military force.
- ▪The 60-day deadline under the War Powers Resolution of 1973 passed without congressional action on the Iran conflict.
- ▪President Trump's administration argues the War Powers deadlines do not apply due to the April ceasefire in Iran.
- ▪Senate Majority Leader John Thune stated he does not plan to hold a vote on authorizing force in Iran.
- ▪Senators Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins, John Curtis, Thom Tillis, and Josh Hawley have expressed varying degrees of concern and called for congressional involvement.
- ▪Republican Sen. Susan Collins voted with Democrats to halt the war, citing the 60-day requirement as legally binding.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onRepublicans say they will defer to Trump on Iran war despite arrival of 60-day deadlineRepublican lawmakers say they will continue to defer to President Donald Trump, for now, during the fragile ceasefire with IranByMARY CLARE JALONICK Associated Press, STEPHEN GROVES Associated Press, and SEUNG MIN KIM Associated PressMay 1, 2026, 12:04 AM1:34From l-r., Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen.
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