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President Trump told lawmakers that the Iran war has terminated as the 60-day clock under the War Powers Resolution reached its deadline, arguing a ceasefire pauses the timeline and that congressional authorization isn’t needed; the move aims to blunt GOP opposition while Democrats warn the campaign should wind down, as talks stall and U.S. forces remain deployed in the Middle East.
Under the 1973 War Powers Act, the president has 60 days to conduct military action unless Congress authorizes it. With the Iran conflict underway, lawmakers disagree on when the clock started (some say March 2 notification marks it) and how/if it can be paused or extended. As Congress has recessed, Republicans and Democrats clash over whether to authorize ongoing hostilities or end them, with some pushing for a formal authorization for use of military force (AUMF) and others arguing a 30-day extension is possible or that the clock can be paused during a ceasefire. The White House has suggested hostilities may be over, complicating calls for congressional oversight and approval.