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flag Trump ordered U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran post-Geneva talks, sparking congressional backlash over war powers.

flag In February 2026, President Trump authorized U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iran after indirect peace talks in Geneva, sparking bipartisan backlash in Congress. flag Republicans supported the action as necessary to counter Iran’s nuclear and missile programs, while Democrats condemned it as a constitutional overreach, arguing the president lacks authority to launch large-scale military operations without congressional approval under the War Powers Act. flag Lawmakers said they were not briefed beforehand and criticized the lack of consultation. flag Iran retaliated with missile attacks on U.S. bases in the region, escalating tensions and reigniting debate over presidential war powers and congressional oversight.

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