60-Day War Powers Clock Forces Congress to Choose on Iran Conflict

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With the 60-day War Powers clock ticking since Trump’s March 2 notification, Congress faces a pivotal decision on whether to authorize, end, or extend U.S. military action against Iran; Republicans have largely blocked war-powers measures while some signaled potential support for future authorizations, and Democrats are pressing votes to force Republican positions, even as a ceasefire pause and ongoing talks complicate the path forward.
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- Opinion | The War Powers Resolution says stop. Presidents never do. The Washington Post
- Pa. Republicans are mostly backing the Iran war or staying quiet ahead of a deadline for Congress to assert its authority Inquirer.com
- Scoop: Democrats Discuss Suing Trump Over 'Illegal' Iran War Time Magazine
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