Directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran without congressional authorization.
This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran, as they have not been authorized by Congress. It notes that Congress has not declared war on Iran or authorized the use of military force against it. The resolution allows for exceptions, such as defending against attacks on the U.S. or its personnel, collecting intelligence, and assisting partner countries and U.S. citizens affected by the hostilities. The resolution references the War Powers Resolution and the Department of State Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 1984 and 1985.
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