Trump tells Congress ceasefire means he does not need their approval for Iran war
President Donald Trump informed Congress that hostilities with Iran have terminated due to an ongoing ceasefire, asserting he does not need congressional approval for military actions. He cited a cessation of fire since April 7, 2026, following strikes that began in February, aligning with the 60-day limit under the War Powers Resolution. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth claimed the ceasefire pauses the legal clock requiring troop withdrawal or congressional authorization, a view contested by some lawmakers.
- ▪President Donald Trump stated that hostilities with Iran have terminated due to a ceasefire.
- ▪Trump argued he does not need congressional approval for military action, citing the end of active combat.
- ▪The War Powers Resolution requires presidents to end military engagement within 60 days unless Congress authorizes continuation.
- ▪Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth claimed the 60-day clock pauses during a ceasefire, a position challenged by Senator Tim Kaine.
- ▪Senator Tim Kaine disputed the administration's interpretation of the War Powers Resolution.
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Trump tells Congress ceasefire means he does not need their approval for Iran war17 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleSareen HabeshianTrump claims congressional approval for war 'has never been sought before'President Donald Trump has told Congress that US hostilities with Iran have "terminated" owing to an ongoing ceasefire as he argued that he did not need lawmakers' authorisation for the conflict."There has been no exchange of fire between the United States Forces and Iran since April 7, 2026," the president wrote to congressional leaders. "The hostilities that began on February 28, 2026 have terminated."It came on the 60th day since he formally notified Congress of strikes against Iran.
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