Congress ignores key deadline as Republicans ready 'restraint' on Trump's war in Iran
Congress failed to act before the 60-day War Powers Act deadline regarding President Donald Trump's military operations in Iran. Despite concerns from some Republicans, most party members have not moved to restrict the administration's actions. Senator Lisa Murkowski is preparing a bill that would both authorize and limit the use of military force in Iran.
- ▪The 60-day War Powers Act deadline passed without congressional action on Trump's Iran operations.
- ▪Senate Democrats have voted six times to limit Trump's war powers, but Republicans have largely supported the administration.
- ▪Senator Lisa Murkowski is drafting an Authorization for Use of Military Force that includes restraint measures.
- ▪President Trump claimed hostilities in Iran have been 'terminated' and asserted he did not need congressional approval.
- ▪Sen. Tim Kaine argues the U.S. Navy blockade of Iran's ports means the conflict is still ongoing.
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Politics Congress ignores key deadline as Republicans ready 'restraint' on Trump's war in Iran Sen Tim Kaine argues the US Navy blockade of Iran's ports means the war is still on, despite the ceasefire By Alex Miller Fox News Published May 4, 2026 10:44am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Trump administration faces pressure to seek Congress’ approval on Iran operations The ‘Fox News Sunday’ panel discusses Congress’ potential role in the Iran conflict and the political and legal ramifications of U.S. military actions for the Trump administration.
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