Democrats Outraged as Trump Resumes Iran War, Attempts to Bypass Congress
President Trump formally notified lawmakers that the war in Iran has resumed, attempting to legally claim a new 60-day period to use military force without congressional approval. Democrats, led by Senator Adam Schiff, filed a new war powers resolution to rein in the president, arguing the move has no legal foundation. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called the approach a 'recipe for utter disaster,' citing high gas prices, increased casualties, and rising costs. Senator Chris Murphy warned of economic harm and spiking gas prices. The resumption follows the collapse of a U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding signed last month. Iran has resumed attacks on American and oil industry targets in the Persian Gulf, while the U.S. military is again bombing targets inside Iran. Iran has also resumed tolls in the Strait of Hormuz, and Trump claims the U.S. naval blockade is back on. Critics say Trump is resetting a quagmire.
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