A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.

Key Points

• This resolution would require Trump to pull US troops out of military operations against Iran unless Congress officially declares war or passes a specific authorization for the use of force. It reasserts that Congress, not the president, holds the constitutional power to commit the country to war.
• The resolution cites multiple statements from Trump and top officials who have called the current military operation a "war," while noting that Congress never voted to authorize it. This framing is central to the legal argument that the War Powers Resolution has been triggered.
• As of April 10, 2026, the conflict has already cost American lives: 13 service members killed and at least 350 wounded. These casualty figures underscore the urgency behind the resolution.
• Even if the resolution passes, the military would still be allowed to defend against attacks on US personnel, share intelligence with Israel and allies, help allies defend against Iranian retaliation, and evacuate American citizens from the conflict zone.
• The resolution invokes special fast-track procedural rules that require the Senate to take it up for consideration, making it harder to simply ignore. This mechanism was specifically designed by Congress for War Powers disputes.

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