Lawmakers Push Resolution To Restrict Trump Military Action Against Iran

President Donald Trump returned early from the G7 summit to Washington, D.C., to personally monitor the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, emphasizing he seeks a complete end to Iran's nuclear ambitions rather than a ceasefire. He warned Iran against attacking U.S. troops, stating a strong military response would follow if American forces were targeted, while denying reports of U.S. planes assisting Israeli strikes on Iranian targets. Meanwhile, bipartisan opposition in Congress has intensified, with lawmakers including Senators Tim Kaine and Bernie Sanders, and Representatives Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna, introducing War Powers Resolutions to restrict the president's ability to unilaterally engage in military action against Iran without congressional approval. Public protests and advocacy groups are calling for mass opposition to prevent a new U.S. war in the Middle East, highlighting the constitutional requirement that only Congress can declare war. The debate reveals divisions among Republicans and Democrats, with many urging caution to avoid dragging the U.S. into another prolonged conflict. This situation underscores heightened tensions in the region and significant domestic political challenges surrounding potential U.S. military involvement.