Prioritize diplomacy with Iran, avoid unnecessary military conflict

Congress should utilize its constitutional authority over war powers to enforce restrictions preventing the president from unilaterally committing US military forces to open conflict with Iran absent congressional approval. Diplomatic avenues must be fully exhausted through measured dialogue before escalating to military intervention that could destabilize the region and result in catastrophic loss of life. A peaceful resolution through assertive diplomacy and multilateral negotiation remains the wisest path forward to resolve tensions and serve the national interest absent compelling evidence of an imminent threat requiring an authorized military response.