The U.S. House of Representatives Passes Resolution Limiting Trump's Military Action Against Iran, But It Is Not Legally Binding

BlockBeats News, June 6th. The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed a war powers resolution with 215 votes in favor and 208 against, demanding President Trump to cease military actions against Iran without congressional authorization. Four Republican lawmakers crossed party lines to join the Democrats in pushing the resolution through.

However, as the House passed a "concurrent resolution," even if approved by the Senate, it does not carry the force of law, and Trump is not obligated to comply with its demands. White House officials stated that such resolutions are inherently "unconstitutional," and Trump will continue to act based on his constitutional authority as Commander in Chief.

Trump later posted on Truth Social stating that the vote was "meaningless" and accused the Democratic supporters of the resolution and the four Republican lawmakers of attempting to undermine his authority during the Iran war negotiations.

Per procedure, the resolution will be referred to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee for review. It is noteworthy that the Senate version is a binding joint resolution, requiring Trump's signature if passed, which is expected to be vetoed. Congress would need a two-thirds majority to override a presidential veto.

Under the 1973 War Powers Act, the President can engage in military action for 60 days without congressional authorization, after which approval from Congress is required. Trump wrote to Congress on May 1st stating that the war with Iran is "over," but legal experts believe that a ceasefire does not reset the War Powers Act's time limit.