Report: Trump Notifies Congress US Is at War with Iran
President Trump has formally notified the US Congress that the country is at war with Iran, according to a Politico report cited by The Kobeissi Letter.
US President Donald Trump has officially informed Congress that the United States is at war with Iran, as reported by Politico and highlighted by The Kobeissi Letter. The notification grants Trump an additional 60 days to deploy military forces in the region without seeking further congressional approval.
According to the report, Trump stated that airstrikes initiated on July 7 are "military action consistent with my responsibility to protect Americans and US interests both at home and abroad." The president also threatened to "hit Iran hard" tonight, signaling an escalation in ongoing tensions.
The announcement suggests a renewed phase in the Iran conflict, with the administration framing the move as a defensive measure. No further details on the scope of military operations have been provided.
Source: The Kobeissi Letter