This joint resolution would direct the President to pull U.S. Armed Forces out of hostilities against Iran unless Congress declares war or passes a specific authorization to use military force. It cites the February 28, 2026 launch of Operation Epic Fury, the deployment of more than 50,000 service members, and six U.S. military deaths to argue that current operations have not been authorized by Congress. The resolution carves out exceptions for self-defense, intelligence sharing, and helping partner countries intercept retaliatory Iranian attacks. It uses the expedited procedures of the War Powers Resolution, meaning it gets a forced floor vote rather than being bottled up in committee.
Transparency & Accountability
- Congressional war-powers oversight — Forces a floor vote on ending unauthorized U.S. hostilities against Iran
Congressional Summary
This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted.The resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending against an attack on the United States or its personnel or facilities in other nations.
Details
- Congress
- 119th
- Chamber
- Senate
- Status
- summarized
- Action
- Introduced in Senate
- Action Date
- 2026-03-05
- Date Added
- 2026-04-27
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