Trump's Iran Letter: Skirting War Powers Deadline

0:00It's May 1st. Welcome to Global News Today, powered by AI, I'm Cory with the Story. President Trump sent a letter to Congress claiming the hostilities with Iran that kicked off on February 28th, 2026, have now terminated. This move lets him sidestep a key legal deadline on May 1st under the war power's resolution, even with U.S. troops still deployed in the region. The war started without congressional approval two months back, and Republicans in Congress didn't push for a vote or extension. They wrapped up early for the week, ignoring democratic efforts to stop the operations for a six-time. GOP leaders like Senate Majority Leader John Thun say they're listening, but see no need for action right now. Most back Trump's lead amid rising gas prices in public frustration, though a few senators like Susan Collins and Todd Young want Congress to weigh. And eventually, especially of fighting resumes. The administration argues a fragile ceasefire pauses the 60-day clock, with defense secretary

1:00Pete Hexeth backing that up in hearings. They point out past President skipped Congress too, calling the law unconstitutional while Democrats insist the blockade on Iran's oil tankers keeps. It an active conflict. Tensions linger as Iran holds the straight-of-war moves tight. U.S. forces maintain their blockade, and lawmakers debate executive power limits, leaving the door open for more moves down the line.