The 60-day War Powers deadline is up on Friday. What could happen next?
Summary
The 60-day War Powers deadline for President Trump’s military actions in the Middle East ends on Friday. The White House has not said if it will ask Congress for permission to continue the operations or explain why more time is needed. Congress is currently in recess and has debated options but has not passed any resolution to limit or support the military actions.Key Facts
- The War Powers Resolution requires the president to notify Congress within 48 hours of starting military action.
- After notification, the president has 60 days to continue without Congress’s approval.
- Once the 60 days are up, the president must seek congressional approval or explain why more time is needed.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth claimed the 60-day clock stops during a ceasefire, which some senators dispute.
- The White House said it is talking with Congress but did not clarify if it will request formal authorization.
- The military campaign in the Middle East has cost $25 billion so far.
- Congress is on recess until mid-May and has not agreed on a War Powers Resolution or new authorization.
- Republicans argue President Trump has authority to act due to threats from Iran, while Democrats have sought to limit his war powers.
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