Trump Asserts US Can Wage Iran War Without Congressional Approval
May 2, 2026 • Google News World
US President Donald Trump has informed Congress that the US does not require authorization for military action in Iran. This statement was made on Tuesday, as a deadline for congressional approval of war powers expired.
According to reports, Trump stated that hostilities with Iran have been terminated. The comments were made during a meeting with senior officials at the White House.
The news comes after a series of developments in the Middle East, including increased tensions between the US and Iran. In recent weeks, there have been reports of heightened military activity in the region.
Trump’s statement has been met with varying reactions from world leaders and media outlets. The comments were reported by multiple news sources, including The New York Times, Axios, France 24, The Washington Post, and Reuters.
The US Congress had set a deadline for approval of war powers, which expired on Tuesday. Trump’s statement suggests that the US does not require congressional authorization for military action in Iran.
Details of the meeting between Trump and senior officials are not yet available. However, reports indicate that Trump made the statement during a discussion about the ongoing situation in Iran.
The news has sparked interest among policymakers and analysts, who will be watching closely to see how the situation develops.
Source: Google News World