The Guardian Australia ·general ·3 hours ago

Trump administration rejects War Powers Act deadline for Iran strikes authorization

The Trump administration rejected a War Powers Act deadline today for congressional authorization of Iran strikes, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth claiming a ceasefire agreement "pauses" the 60-day clock. Senate Republicans again blocked a Democratic resolution limiting the conflict, marking the sixth failed vote. Senator Susan Collins said the deadline "is not a suggestion; it is a requirement.".

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