'Totally Unconstitutional': Trump On Seeking Congressional Nod To Extend Iran War

Last Updated:May 01, 2026, 22:39 IST

Trump's remarks came as the US approached a deadline on Friday to end the Iran war or make the case to Congress for extending it.

US President Donald Trump on Friday signalled that he was unlikely to seek Congressional approval to extend the war against Iran, saying no one has ever sought it before.

His remarks came as the US approached a deadline on Friday to end the Iran war or make the case to Congress for extending it. Under the 1973 War Powers Resolution, the president can wage ​military action for only 60 days before ending it, coming to Congress for authorisation.

When asked about why he was not asking for Congressional approval, Trump told reporters, “Because it’s never been sought before. Nobody has ever gotten it before, they consider it totally unconstitutional."

However, Trump said his administration is always in touch with Congress. “Nobody’s ever sought it before, nobody’s ever asked for it before. It’s never been used before, why should we be different?"

Trump declined to answer directly on whether he intended to attack Iran to end the current stalemate, but said his options boil down to a major military escalation or striking a deal.

“There are options. Do we want to go and just blast the hell out of them and finish them forever? Or do we want to try and make a deal. That’s the options," he said. “On a human basis, I’d prefer a deal."

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