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Trump's Military Action Against Iran Requires Congressional Approval

2/19/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump cannot unilaterally order military action against Iran without Congressional approval, says House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries.
Jeffries notes the American public expects Congress to authorize any such action.
In funding talks for the Department of Homeland Security, Democrats demand strong Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reforms.
The reforms include body cameras for ICE agents, warrants before entering private property, and refraining from enforcement near sensitive locations.

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U.S. President Donald Trump cannot unilaterally order military action against Iran without Congressional approval, says House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries.
Jeffries notes the American public expects Congress to authorize any such action.
In funding talks for the Department of Homeland Security, Democrats demand strong Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reforms.
The reforms include body cameras for ICE agents, warrants before entering private property, and refraining from enforcement near sensitive locations.