Congressman García Votes Against Trump’s Illegal War with Iran

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) issued the following statement after voting for H.Con.Res. 38, a War Powers Resolution directing President Trump to end his illegal war with Iran:

“Last weekend, Donald Trump started a war of choice against Iran without Congressional authorization—in violation of the U.S. Constitution. That alone is reason enough to vote YES on this War Powers Resolution, as I did today.

“As his war spreads throughout the region, the self-declared ‘Peace President’ is flailing to justify his actions. Meanwhile, casualties are estimated to have surpassed 1,200 and six U.S. soldiers have been killed. We should be able by now to identify the makings of a forever war—and we must redouble our efforts to prevent its escalation.”

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