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General · 23 April 2026

Trump has eight days on Iran choice

Trump has eight days on Iran choice

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Americans could soon see a decision on whether US fighting with Iran carries on without Congress backing it. Donald Trump must decide by May 1 because the 60-day limit under the 1973 War Powers Resolution ends then, after his March 2 notice to Congress. He can seek approval, scale back, buy time or ignore the law.

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