US Lawmakers Move to Restrict Trump’s War Powers in Iran Conflict

The US House of Representatives has passed a measure aimed at restricting President Donald Trump’s ability to continue military operations in Iran without congressional approval, reflecting growing bipartisan concern over the ongoing conflict and its impact on the American public.

The measure passed by a narrow 215 to 208 vote, with four Republican lawmakers joining Democrats in support. The resolution calls on the president to either withdraw US forces involved in the conflict or obtain formal approval from Congress to continue military operations.

Although the resolution is largely symbolic and faces an uncertain future in the Senate, its passage signals growing unease within Congress over the war, which began in February. The White House has dismissed the measure, arguing that it is an unconstitutional attempt to limit presidential authority as commander-in-chief.

The vote comes amid rising fuel prices and increasing public opposition to the conflict. Lawmakers backing the resolution argue that Congress, not the president alone, has the constitutional power to authorize war.

Tensions between Washington and Tehran escalated after the United States and Israel launched strikes against Iran in February. Iran responded with attacks on Israel and US allies in the Gulf region, while disruptions to shipping routes contributed to economic concerns worldwide.

Despite a ceasefire agreement reached in April, both sides have continued exchanging strikes, raising fears of a prolonged conflict. President Trump has maintained that negotiations are progressing and suggested that a broader agreement to end hostilities could be reached soon.

The House vote marks one of the strongest bipartisan challenges to the administration’s handling of the Iran conflict and increases pressure on the White House to pursue a diplomatic resolution.