This joint resolution directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran unless Congress has declared war or given a specific authorization for the use of military force. The resolution lists findings that Congress has the sole power to declare war, that Congress has not declared war on Iran or enacted a specific authorization, and that U.S. forces have initiated and expanded offensive operations. It says those operations increase the risk of further retaliation and a broader regional conflict, and it cites the War Powers Resolution and an expedited congressional consideration process.
If enacted, the resolution would require the President to withdraw U.S. forces from unauthorized hostilities with Iran. The text says this does not prevent: (1) defending against attacks on the United States or U.S. personnel and facilities abroad; (2) collecting, analyzing, or sharing intelligence about threats from Iran and its proxies; or (3) assisting partner countries attacked by Iran since February 28, 2026, including intercepting retaliatory attacks and providing defensive materiel. The measure was introduced in the Senate, read twice, and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Sponsors include Senators Mark Kelly, Charles Schumer, Christopher Murphy, Andy Kim, Tammy Baldwin, Chris Van Hollen, Edward Markey, and Jeff Merkley.
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The resolution's text says Congress holds the sole constitutional power to declare war and that Congress has not authorized military action against Iran. It states that U.S. forces have carried out sustained offensive operations that expanded the conflict beyond limited or defensive actions, and that continuing offensive operations raises the risk of further attacks on U.S. forces and partners and a wider regional war. The bill cites the War Powers Resolution and a statutory process for expedited congressional consideration.
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