1. United States
2. Texas
3. Letter

The escalating military conflict between Iran and Israel is deeply concerning, posing risks of drawing the United States into another protracted war in the Middle East against our national interests. This crisis demands an immediate ceasefire to prevent further loss of life and regional destabilization. I urge you to swiftly pass Senator Kaine's resolution reasserting Congress's constitutional authority over offensive military action. We cannot afford another open-ended, unauthorized military engagement draining our resources and costing American lives. The resolution allows for self-defense while preventing unilateral escalation by the president. With lives at stake, Congress must uphold its war powers responsibility. Halting hostilities and prioritizing diplomatic solutions over military force is crucial to upholding human rights and achieving a just, lasting peace.