1. United States
2. Texas
3. Letter

Tensions are escalating rapidly after Israel’s strikes on Iranian nuclear sites and Iran’s retaliation on Israeli cities. President Trump’s administration is signaling possible U.S. intervention, even though intelligence shows Iran is not actively building nuclear weapons. Trump’s 2025 cabinet is filled with loyalists who lack the experience and judgment needed in a crisis. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has limited military leadership experience, and key positions, such as the personnel director, were left without a security clearance for months. Congress must reassert its war powers authority and require explicit approval before any military action or spending is authorized. Senators like Tim Kaine, Rand Paul, and Mark Kelly are right to push for legislation that demands congressional approval before engaging Iran. The 2020 Soleimani strike sparked instability and threats to U.S. personnel—history cannot repeat itself. We urge you to support binding legislation, hold hearings on this administration’s strategy, and ensure no action is taken without a public, lawful process.