U.S. forces have carried out strikes on Iran, a move ordered by the president without prior congressional authorization, drawing sharp criticism from the top House Democrat.
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries said the decision marked a departure from diplomacy and raised concerns about the safety of U.S. troops in the region.
“Donald Trump failed to seek Congressional authorization prior to striking Iran. Instead, the President’s decision to abandon diplomacy and launch a massive military attack has left American troops vulnerable to Iran’s retaliatory actions. We pray for the safety of the men and women of the U.S. military as they have been put into harm’s way in a dangerous theater of war,” said Jeffries.
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Jeffries also questioned the administration’s rationale for the latest military action, pointing to previous claims about Iran’s nuclear capabilities.
“If Iran’s nuclear program, as stated by Trump was “completely and totally obliterated” by the military strikes in June 2025, “, there should be no need to strike them now.”
He further noted that the president did not follow the War Powers Resolution introduced by Rep. Ro Khanna and Rep. Thomas Massie, which calls for the removal of U.S. forces from hostilities in Iran absent congressional authorization.
“The Trump administration must explain itself to the American people and Congress immediately, provide an ironclad justification for this act of war, clearly define the national security objective and articulate a plan to avoid another costly, prolonged military quagmire in the Middle East,” stated Jeffries.
Separately, President Donald Trump described the U.S. military campaign as “massive and ongoing,” against Iran. He also called on Iranians to “take over your government,” signaling support for regime change.
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Conversation between Hakeem Jeffries and his chief assistant: Assistant: Sir, we have been informed that the Unites States and Israel have launched an attack against Iran. HJ: Trump does not have Congressional authority to do that! Assistant: Sir, we have just been informed that Khamenei has been killed. HJ: There is no Congressional authority for that. Assistant: Sir, we have just been informed that the Iranian people have established a new government opposed to everything that Khamenei stood for. HJ: There is no Congressional authority for that.