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Walkinshaw Introduces War Powers Resolution to End Trump’s War of Choice in Iran

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This press release from Representative James R. Walkinshaw (D-VA) was published on 2026-06-11 and titled "Walkinshaw Introduces War Powers Resolution to End Trump’s War of Choice in Iran".

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Walkinshaw Introduces War Powers Resolution to End Trump’s War of Choice in Iran

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman James R. Walkinshaw (VA-11) today introduced a War Powers Resolution to end President Trump's war of choice in Iran, a conflict launched without congressional authorization. The resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless Congress explicitly authorizes continued military action through a declaration of war or a specific authorization for the use of military force. It preserves the ability of U.S. forces to defend the United States, an ally, or a partner from imminent attack. Under article I, section 8 of the Constitution, Congress has the sole power to declare war. The Trump Administration has not sought the approval of Congress, has failed to provide legal justification, put American service members lives at risk, and has forced the U.S. into a protracted conflict with no resolution in sight. As gas prices soar, American families are forced to pay the price of this illegal and expensive war. “Each American family has paid $750 out of pocket for a war Trump started without asking Congress,” said Congressman Walkinshaw . “No president gets to drag this country into an endless war on their own. The Constitution is clear: Congress decides whether America goes to war.” According to Moody’s Analytics, Trump’s war in Iran has already cost U.S. consumers $100 billion, or roughly $750 per household, through increased military spending and higher oil prices. House Democrats have forced several votes to end the war since March and passed a resolution through the House of Representatives last week. Congress must continue to demonstrate its strong opposition to this illegal war. "If Trump believes this war is necessary, he must come to Congress, make his case to the American people, and ask for authorization. We need just a handful of Republicans to continue to join us, reassert Congress' constitutional authority, and bring our troops home," Walkinshaw added. As a privileged resolution, this measure can be brought to the House floor for a vote in the coming weeks. U.S. Representatives Jennifer McClellan (VA-04), Don Beyer (VA-08), Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10), Bobby Scott (VA-03), Eugene Vindman (VA-07), Nikema Williams (GA-05), Shri Thanedar (MI-13), and Sam Liccardo (CA-16) are cosponsors of the legislation. Read the bill text here . ###

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Walkinshaw Introduces War Powers Resolution to End Trump’s War of Choice in Iran WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman James R. Walkinshaw (VA-11) today introduced a War Powers Resolution to end President Trump's war of choice in Iran, a conflict launched without congressional authorization. The resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless Congress explicitly authorizes continued military action through a declaration of war or a specific authorization for the use of military force. It preserves the ability of U.S. forces to defend the United States, an ally, or a partner from imminent attack. Under article I, section 8 of the Constitution, Congress has the sole power to declare war. The Trump Administration has not sought the approval of Congress, has failed to provide legal justification, put American service members lives at risk, and has forced the U.S. into a protracted conflict with no resolution in sight. As gas prices soar, American families are forced to pay the price of this illegal and expensive war. “Each American family has paid $750 out of pocket for a war Trump started without asking Congress,” said Congressman Walkinshaw . “No president gets to drag this country into an endless war on their own. The Constitution is clear: Congress decides whether America goes to war.” According to Moody’s Analytics, Trump’s war in Iran has already cost U.S. consumers $100 billion, or roughly $750 per household, through increased military spending and higher oil prices. House Democrats have forced several votes to end the war since March and passed a resolution through the House of Representatives last week. Congress must continue to demonstrate its strong opposition to this illegal war. "If Trump believes this war is necessary, he must come to Congress, make his case to the American people, and ask for authorization. We need just a handful of Republicans to continue to join us, reassert Congress' constitutional authority, and bring our troops home," Walkinshaw added. As a privileged resolution, this measure can be brought to the House floor for a vote in the coming weeks. U.S. Representatives Jennifer McClellan (VA-04), Don Beyer (VA-08), Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10), Bobby Scott (VA-03), Eugene Vindman (VA-07), Nikema Williams (GA-05), Shri Thanedar (MI-13), and Sam Liccardo (CA-16) are cosponsors of the legislation. Read the bill text here . ###