US senator introduces War Powers measure to end Iran hostilities
US Senator John Hickenlooper introduced a War Powers Resolution directing President Donald Trump to remove US forces from hostilities against Iran unless Congress explicitly authorizes the war.
The resolution says Congress has neither declared war on Iran nor approved a specific authorization for the use of military force, and argues that the administration failed to end hostilities within the period required under the War Powers Resolution.
“President Trump’s illegal war in Iran has been a complete and total disaster that has cost American lives, sent prices skyrocketing, and drained our military stockpiles,” Hickenlooper said.
He said Congress should intervene if Trump does not end the conflict, adding: “We need to get out of Iran and get back to lowering costs for working families.”
Hickenlooper’s office said he has voted 13 times to end the Iran war. The new measure is backed by several Democratic senators and could be considered by the Senate next month.