BGOV Bill Analysis: S. J. Res. 118, End War Against Iran

March 18, 2026, 10:00 PM UTC

The US would be required to cease all military operations against Iran that haven’t been approved by Congress under S. J. Res. 118.

The 1973 War Powers Resolution lets lawmakers order the removal of US forces from overseas hostilities that haven’t been explicitly authorized by a formal declaration of war or a congressional authorization for the use of military force.

Senate Democrats are forcing another vote under the Vietnam War-era law to end President Donald Trump’s military campaign against Iran that is now in its third week. Democrats and some Republicans are criticizing Trump for involving the US in ...

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