President Trump Issues Warning of Potential Retaliation Against Iran
In a recent tweet, President Donald Trump hinted that he may not seek approval from Congress before engaging in military action against Iran.
According to congressional regulations, the President has the authority to declare war if it's in the country's best interest. However, a formal notification to Congress and a vote are typically required before military action against a foreign nation.
Exceptions are made if the President needs to respond to imminent threats or prevent international terrorist attacks.
In his Twitter announcement, Trump stated that his social media posts serve as the notification to Congress, emphasizing that the United States will retaliate swiftly and fully if Iran attacks any U.S. personnel or targets, possibly in a disproportionat...