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Trump Rejects Congressional Authorization as Iran War Clock Ends

5/8/2026

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President Donald Trump said he will not seek congressional authorization for the Iran war despite War Powers deadline.
The 60-day War Powers clock, started by Trump's March 2 notice, expires Friday while the ceasefire holds.
White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly said the administration held over 30 bipartisan briefings to keep Congress apprised.
Republican senators John Curtis and Josh Hawley said they will not support action beyond 60-day limit without congressional approval.

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President Donald Trump said he will not seek congressional authorization for the Iran war despite War Powers deadline.
The 60-day War Powers clock, started by Trump's March 2 notice, expires Friday while the ceasefire holds.
White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly said the administration held over 30 bipartisan briefings to keep Congress apprised.
Republican senators John Curtis and Josh Hawley said they will not support action beyond 60-day limit without congressional approval.