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According to a report by Al Jazeera English on Thursday June 4, 2026, US President Donald Trump has criticized an effort by lawmakers to limit his authority to conduct military operations against Iran, dismissing a recent House vote as politically motivated and insignificant.
The Republican-controlled House of Representatives approved a resolution aimed at restricting the president’s ability to continue military action against Iran unless Congress formally declares war or authorizes the use of force. The move has intensified debate in Washington over executive war powers as negotiations surrounding the Iran conflict continue.
Trump reacted sharply to the vote, arguing that lawmakers were undermining his administration at a delicate moment. In comments posted on his Truth Social platform, he suggested the measure could interfere with ongoing diplomatic efforts and accused opponents of placing politics ahead of national interests.
According to Trump, the resolution was backed by all Democrats and a small number of Republicans whom he portrayed as seeking attention rather than acting in the country’s best interests. He maintained that lawmakers were fully aware of the status of negotiations with Tehran and should not be attempting to constrain presidential authority while talks remain active.
“Who would do such an unpatriotic thing. They know where the negotiations stand,” he said.
The US president also renewed his criticism of Democrats, claiming their opposition was driven more by hostility toward him than by policy concerns. He argued that some of his political rivals would rather see him denied a political victory than support actions they might otherwise consider beneficial to the country.
Trump reserved particular criticism for the four Republicans who joined the effort, accusing them of grandstanding and failing to support their party during a critical period.
The dispute comes as Washington remains divided over the scope of presidential military authority. Supporters of the resolution argue that Congress must play a central role in decisions involving armed conflict, while opponents contend that limiting executive flexibility could weaken the United States during an ongoing international crisis.
The vote is unlikely to be the final word on the matter. Debate over war powers, congressional oversight, and the future of U.S. involvement in the Iran conflict is expected to continue as diplomatic negotiations and military developments unfold in the weeks ahead.
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