US Congress at a crossroads on Iran war powers

Just read about how the 60-day mark for the US-Israel war on Iran hits on May 1, which technically requires Congress to authorize it to continue legally. Experts say presidents often push these limits, and Congress has a history of avoiding tough votes. Now, with Republicans divided and worried about political fallout, the big question is whether lawmakers will finally take ownership or let the war persist on shaky legal ground. It's a stark reminder of how war powers have been eroded over decades. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/28/after-60-days-of-war-in-iran-does-us-congress-want-a-say