"Senator Tim Kaine, a member of the Senate Armed Services and Foreign Relations Committees and the primary author of the war powers resolution, called President Donald Trump's order to attack Iran a colossal mistake. The Senate should immediately return to session and vote on my War Powers Resolution to block the use of US forces in hostilities against Iran."
"Donald Trump failed to seek Congressional authorisation prior to striking Iran. Instead, the President's decision to abandon diplomacy and launch a massive military attack has left American troops vulnerable to Iran's retaliatory actions. The Trump administration must explain itself to the American people and Congress immediately."
"Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer demanded on Saturday that Congress be briefed immediately about the Iran attacks, including an all-senators classified session and public testimony, criticising the administration for not providing details on the threat's scope and immediacy."
Democratic lawmakers have strongly opposed US military strikes on Iran, criticizing the lack of congressional approval and authorization. Senator Tim Kaine, author of a war powers resolution, called the attacks a colossal mistake and urged the Senate to immediately vote on legislation blocking further military action without congressional consent. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries stated that President Trump failed to seek congressional authorization before striking Iran, abandoning diplomacy and leaving American troops vulnerable to retaliation. Democrats are pushing for a floor vote on measures restricting Trump's war powers. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer demanded immediate congressional briefing on the attacks, including classified sessions and public testimony, criticizing the administration for insufficient threat details.
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