1. United States
2. Ohio
3. Letter

As a constituent and American, I strongly urge you to support Senator Tim Kaine's war powers resolution requiring congressional approval before further military operations against Iran. This vote is critical as the conflict has already claimed six US service members killed when a drone struck a command center in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait, on Sunday, with others injured. The War Powers Resolution of 1973 exists precisely for moments like this. It requires presidents to obtain congressional authorization within 60 days of hostilities beginning, ensuring that decisions to send Americans into combat receive proper deliberation and democratic accountability. President Trump has repeatedly bypassed Congress for military action, including strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities last year and operations in Venezuela in January. This pattern of unilateral decision-making must end. The human and economic costs of escalation are mounting rapidly. More than 130,000 British nationals are registering to evacuate the Middle East region. Iranians face daily strikes and internet blackouts. Financial markets remain volatile, with experts warning that sustained elevated oil and gas prices will increase costs for goods and services across the board, directly impacting your constituents' wallets. The administration has provided inconsistent justifications for these strikes while relying on the post-9/11 Authorization to Use Military Force, legislation never intended to authorize conflict with Iran. Congress must reclaim its constitutional authority over war-making decisions. Six families have already lost loved ones in this conflict. How many more American service members must die before Congress exercises its responsibility? The House is expected to vote Thursday. I strongly demand that you vote yes on this resolution to prevent further escalation, protect American lives, and restore the constitutional balance that requires congressional approval before committing our nation to war. The time for accountability is now.