President Donald Trump informed congressional leaders in a letter on Friday that a ceasefire with Iran means he does not require their approval for potential military action. The letter, reported by the BBC, states: 'There has been no exchange of fire between the United States Forces and Iran since April 7, 2026. The hostilities that began on February ...'
The communication appears to reference the War Powers Resolution, which requires the president to notify Congress within 48 hours of committing armed forces to hostilities and limits military engagement without congressional authorization. Trump's argument suggests the ceasefire ends the need for such approval.
As of May 10, 2026, no independent confirmation of the ceasefire's terms or duration has been released. The White House has not provided additional details beyond the letter's contents.
