Washington, March 3 (NationPress) A heated political struggle has unfolded in Washington regarding President Donald Trump’s military operations in Iran. Senior Republicans assert that the actions are legitimate and essential, while leading Democrats claim the President has instigated a conflict without the necessary Congressional consent.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio dismissed allegations that the administration failed to adequately inform lawmakers.

“Why notify Congress?” Rubio queried reporters at the US Congress.

“We can't inform all 535 members of Congress. They can vote as they wish. There’s NO law requiring us to do that.”

Rubio stated the administration had briefed the so-called Gang of Eight and adhered to legal protocols.

“We did notify the Gang of 8... NO LAW mandates the president! No presidential administration has ever regarded the War Powers Act as constitutional! Nevertheless, we complied with the 48-hour notification requirement.”

He continued: “I have conducted more Gang of 8 briefings than I did in Biden's four years! I was part of the Gang of 8. We followed the law and will CONTINUE to do so.”

Republican representatives rallied in support of the President. Congressman Tom Cole remarked, “This is a pivotal moment for those who chant ‘Death to America.’ President Trump is right to label the initiative to dismantle Iran’s nuclear program and empower its citizens to claim their freedom as ‘a noble mission.’”

Congressman Blake Moore characterized the operation as “a significant strike against the globe's foremost state sponsor of terrorism,” asserting that President Trump “took decisive measures to curb the Ayatollah’s influence under the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force sanctioned by Congress.”

Congressman Patronis described the operation as “peace through strength” and urged Senate Democrats to ensure full funding for the Department of Homeland Security amid rising tensions.

However, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer sharply criticized the actions from the Senate floor.

“Today, we mourn the loss of four US servicemembers who were killed in action this weekend,” Schumer stated.

He accused the President of proceeding “without a strategy, an end goal, or authorization from Congress, and without a full debate in front of the American people.”

“This is a war of choice, not necessity,” Schumer emphasized. “Congress must intervene to curb Donald Trump’s aggressiveness.”

Senator Maria Cantwell echoed concerns about constitutional authority. “The President should not have initiated a large-scale offensive against Iran without Congressional consent,” she asserted, adding that “Congress must demand the President seek our Constitutionally required approval if he plans to engage in a prolonged conflict.”

The Senate is anticipated to vote this week on a bipartisan War Powers Resolution spearheaded by Senators Tim Kaine, Schiff, and Rand Paul. This measure would compel the President to withdraw US forces from hostilities against Iran unless explicitly authorized by Congress.

These strikes, labeled by administration officials as part of “Operation Epic Fury,” reportedly resulted in the deaths of Iran’s Supreme Leader and several high-ranking officials. This operation represents one of the most significant military actions involving Iran in decades.

The War Powers Resolution of 1973 was enacted post-Vietnam War to restrict a president’s ability to deploy US forces into extended conflicts without Congressional approval. Nevertheless, successive administrations from both political parties have contested its constitutionality.