Trump bypasses Iran war deadline

President Trump has notified Congress that formal hostilities in Iran have terminated due to a ceasefire, effectively claiming he does not need congressional authorization to maintain troops.

The move sidesteps the 60-day deadline under the War Powers Resolution, sparking a constitutional debate.

Democrats have criticized the declaration as a legal fiction, noting that tensions remain high and the maritime blockade continues.

The administration argues the cessation of active combat allows for a continued military presence without a formal declaration of war.