Republican Senator Says Trump Should Seek Declaration of War
- Posted on April 3, 2026
- By The Wall Street Journal
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In brief
Utah Republican Senator John Curtis emphasizes the importance of constitutional authority in military spending decisions. Curtis advocates for President Trump to obtain formal congressional approval before allocating additional funds for sustained military operations targeting Iran. This position underscores the legislative branch's fundamental constitutional responsibility to authorize military engagements, sparking renewed debate over the separation of powers in national defense matters.
Republican Senator Says Trump Should Seek Declaration of War
Republican Sen. John Curtis of Utah said Friday that President Trump needs to get congressional approval if he wants more funding to continue military operations in Iran, moving to assert the legislature's constitutional role in declaring war.
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