Defense Secretary Says Trump Can Restart Iran Strikes Without Congressional Approval

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated President Donald Trump does not require congressional approval to restart military strikes against Iran, despite surpassing the 60-day threshold under federal war powers law for seeking authorization. The administration previously declared hostilities with Iran had ceased earlier this month.

By Garrett Downs · CNBC · May 12, 2026, 18:10 UTC

Topics: Congressional authority Iran tensions U.S. foreign policy War Powers Resolution

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