US house bill: Congressman Thomas Massie has introduced bill in US House of Representatives to restrict Trump’s authority on Iran military action.
Before launching an offensive against the Islamic Republic, the US president would need to secure congressional approval, according to the proposed legislation. Additionally, it requires the administration to “terminate” any ongoing military operations against Iran that have not been specifically approved by Congress.
The action follows recent escalations between Washington and Tehran, which have led to increased tensions in the Middle East. The goal of the measure, according to Massie, a Republican with a known libertarian leaning, is to restore Congress’ constitutional power to declare war.
In a statement, Massie said, “A president should not unilaterally take the nation into war without the consent of the people’s representatives.”
Before launching an offensive against the Islamic Republic, the US president would need to secure congressional approval, according to the proposed legislation. Additionally, it requires the administration to “terminate” any ongoing military operations against Iran that have not been specifically approved by Congress.
The action follows recent escalations between Washington and Tehran, which have led to increased tensions in the Middle East. The goal of the measure, according to Massie, a Republican with a known libertarian leaning, is to restore Congress’ constitutional power to declare war.
In a statement, Massie said, “A president should not unilaterally take the nation into war without the consent of the people’s representatives.”
