US Democrats denounce renewed strikes on Iran after cease‑fire collapse

Hostilities between the United States and Iran resumed weeks after the two nations signed a cease‑fire. U.S. Central Command confirmed that the United States retaliated against Iran’s attacks on three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.

Democratic members of Congress demanded that the Trump administration stop further unauthorized strikes. Representative Gregory Meeks (D‑NY) said lawmakers had already voted to end the “disastrous war of choice” against Iran and were exploring legal ways to hold the president accountable. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D‑NY) said Senate Democrats remain united in ending the illegal war. Senator Tim Kaine (D‑VA) warned that the conflict has raised gas prices, killed Americans and hurt the economy.

Congress never authorized the initial U.S.–Israeli strikes on Iran in February, nor subsequent actions. President Trump invoked the War Powers Act, then declared a temporary cease‑fire to reset the 60‑day limit, and later announced another strike. A War Powers Resolution passed by Republican‑controlled chambers aims to prevent further unauthorized military action. The administration has asked Congress for $67 billion to cover the conflict, which has killed at least 13 U.S. service members and injured hundreds. High‑ranking Republican leaders have remained largely silent.