Republicans say they will defer to Trump on Iran war despite arrival of 60-day deadline
Summary
Republican lawmakers are choosing to follow President Donald Trump's lead on the conflict with Iran, despite a legal 60-day deadline for Congress to approve the use of military force. While some Republicans want Congress to have more control eventually, most are supporting the president’s current approach during the fragile ceasefire.Key Facts
- The War Powers Resolution requires Congress to approve military action within 60 days or grant an extension.
- The 60-day deadline falls on May 1, 2026, but Congress took no action and left for a break.
- The Trump administration says the deadline does not apply because the war ended when a ceasefire started in April.
- Senate Majority Leader John Thune and many Republicans say they will not push for a vote on authorizing force now.
- Some Republican senators, like Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins, want Congress to have a say and may push for limited authorization later.
- Senator Kevin Cramer expressed doubts about the constitutionality of the War Powers Resolution.
- Republicans face public frustration over the conflict and rising gas prices but mostly support the president’s wartime decisions so far.
- The Senate rejected a Democratic attempt to halt the war for the sixth time on April 30, 2026.
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