This joint resolution would require the President to pull U.S. military forces out of hostilities against Iran unless Congress specifically authorizes the mission through a declaration of war or an authorization for use of military force. It's a direct response to Operation Epic Fury, the Trump administration's ongoing military campaign against Iran that began on February 28, 2026, and had already cost the lives of seven American service members by early March. The measure invokes the War Powers Resolution, which states that Congress — not the President alone — holds the authority to take the country into sustained combat. It explicitly preserves room for defensive actions, intelligence sharing with allies like Israel, assistance to countries Iran has struck, and the evacuation of U.S. citizens caught up in the conflict.
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
- 2026-03-10
- Date Added
- 2026-04-23
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