As tensions escalate regarding a potential U.S. military attack on Iran, Representatives Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie are spearheading efforts in Congress to pass a War Powers Resolution. This resolution would mandate that President Trump cannot engage in unauthorized military hostilities against Iran without congressional approval. Khanna announced on X about his intention to push for a vote on this resolution, asserting that it is crucial to debate the implications of war before risking American soldiers' lives.

In the context of rising tensions, Trump administration officials reportedly believe that there is a 90% chance of military strikes against Iran in the near future. Khanna and Massie argue that such decisions should not be made in haste and without the representatives affording their constitutional duty to debate and vote on acts of war. They are determined to force a prompt vote on the military action to ensure that the will of Congress, and consequently the American people, is respected in these crucial decisions.

This push comes on the heels of growing public sentiment against military intervention in Iran. While Khanna and Massie have emphasized their commitment to putting America first, the situation highlights a significant divide between the executive branch’s approach to foreign policy and Congress's constitutional authority, raising important questions about the checks and balances inherent in the U.S. government’s war-making powers.