"The Trump administration is arguing that the war in Iran has already ended because of the ceasefire that began in early April, an interpretation that would allow the White House to avoid the need to seek congressional approval."
"A senior administration official, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the administration's position, said for purposes of that law, 'the hostilities that began on Saturday, Feb. 28 have terminated.'"
The Trump administration asserts that the war in Iran has concluded because of a ceasefire initiated in early April. This interpretation allows the administration to bypass the requirement for congressional approval under the War Powers Resolution. A senior official stated that hostilities have ceased since the ceasefire began. Despite the ceasefire, tensions remain as Iran controls the Strait of Hormuz, and the U.S. Navy continues its blockade. Democrats are urging for formal approval of military actions in Iran, emphasizing the importance of congressional input.
Read at Fortune
Unable to calculate read time
Collection
[
|
...
]