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Trump ignites debate on presidential authority with Iran strikes and wins praise from Republicans

UNITED STATES, JUN 24 – Lawmakers debate constitutionality of Trump's strikes amid concerns over war powers and estimates that Iran's nuclear program setback is less than six months, officials said.

  • President Donald Trump ordered airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites on Saturday, and he confirmed their complete destruction by nightfall.
  • The strikes followed Iran's recent rejection of diplomatic talks and aimed to destroy its nuclear enrichment capacity amid rising tensions.
  • Operation Midnight Hammer involved the use of Tomahawk missiles and bombs designed to penetrate fortified targets, deployed from a range of U.S. platforms including B-2 bombers and submarines.
  • Democrats condemned the strikes as unconstitutional violations of Congressional war powers with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez calling them "absolutely and clearly grounds for impeachment."
  • Republicans praised the strikes as a necessary check on Iran’s nuclear ambitions but acknowledged serious future choices regarding regional security and stability.
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The Washington Post broke the news in on Saturday, June 21, 2025.
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