DeLauro Statement on President Trump’s Military Action in Iran

Today, Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) released a statement in response to President Trump’s military action in Iran: 

“President Trump’s decision to launch direct military action against Iran without Congressional approval is a violation of the Constitution, which grants the power to declare war explicitly to the Congress. With so many dangerous consequences which may result in further escalation, this action threatens U.S. military assets and risks the lives of servicemembers in the region. This could drag the United States into an extended war in the Middle East — a war the American people do not want. I am continuing to closely monitor the situation and demanding answers from the Administration.”