US president says Iran conflict ‘terminated’ despite stand-off in the Middle East as Congress consent deadline passes

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    16 days ago

    AI Slop Answer:

    Under the 1973 War Powers Resolution, a U.S. president must terminate unauthorized military operations within 60 days of notifying Congress of a deployment, unless Congress authorizes continued action, declares war, or grants a 30-day extension. This law forces Congress to authorize hostilities, ensuring the President doesn’t engage in prolonged, unilateral conflicts.

    For the 2026 Iran “Military Operation”, the 60-day mark passed on May 1, 2026, regarding the Iran conflict, the Trump administration faced pressure to obtain authorization. However, some officials argued that a ceasefire on April 7, 2026, “terminated” hostilities, making the 60-day clock no longer applicable.

    If it goes hot again he we will send another notice, probably