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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
John Bowden

Lawmakers seek to limit Trump’s war powers after Iran strikes

  • There are significant concerns in Washington after President Donald Trump launched strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities.
  • Lawmakers and political factions across the spectrum have expressed apprehension about the potential for a prolonged conflict, or ‘forever war’ with Iran, drawing parallels to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
  • Opposition to military intervention in Iran has unified diverse groups, including progressives, pro-Trump conservatives, and centrist Democrats.
  • Top administration officials said the US was not seeking to overthrow Iran's government but aimed to counter its nuclear program.
  • Efforts are underway by some members of Congress to limit the president's war powers, with bipartisan calls for congressional authorization for military action.

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