This joint resolution is Congress telling the President to stop military operations in Iran and bring troops home. Here's what happened: On February 28, 2026, the U.S. military launched Operation Epic Fury in Iran, which included airstrikes on military sites and the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader. Since then, 13 American service members have been killed and 381 wounded, Iran has launched retaliatory attacks, and the Strait of Hormuz has been closed. The resolution argues that the President started this military action without getting Congress's permission first, which violates the War Powers Resolution—a 1973 law that says the President can only wage military operations for 60 days without Congress approving it. This resolution is Congress exercising its constitutional power to force compliance with that law. The President must stop the military operation within 60 days (with some exceptions if peace negotiations are happening) and completely withdraw all troops within 30 days after that. The only troops that can stay are those needed to defend against immediate attacks or prevent Iran from getting nuclear weapons. The resolution doesn't prevent the U.S. from gathering intelligence about Iran or sharing information with allies—it only stops active military combat operations.

Fitzpatrick, Brian K.

Directing the President, pursuant to the War Powers Resolution, to comply with the 60-day use of force and 30-day phased withdrawal requirements regarding the use of the United States Armed Forces in Operation Epic Fury in Iran.