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strikeMay 1, 2026
Trump had 60 days to end the Iran war. Instead, he's just pretending it's over.
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Trump Had 60 Days To End the Iran War. Instead, He's Just Pretending It's Over. Legally, Trump must either cease operations or ask Congress for approval. He did neither, and Congress just went on recess. On February 28, President Donald Trump authorized military strikes against Iran.
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- Joe LancasterBy Joe Lancaster
Trump Had 60 Days To End the Iran War. Instead, He's Just Pretending It's Over. Legally, Trump must either cease operations or ask Congress for approval. He did neither, and Congress just went on recess. On February 28, President Donald Trump authorized military strikes against I…
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