Republicans defer to Trump on Iran war despite deadline : NPR

Key Points:

• The May 1 deadline under the War Powers Resolution for Congress to authorize or end U.S. military action in Iran is approaching with no action taken by Republican lawmakers, who largely defer to the Trump administration.
• The Trump administration argues that the deadline does not apply because a ceasefire began in early April, effectively ending hostilities, though Democrats and some Republicans dispute this interpretation.
• Senate Majority Leader John Thune and many GOP senators have expressed reluctance to challenge the president, citing political risks and support for Trump's wartime leadership, while a few Republicans like Senators Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins have called for congressional authorization.
• Some GOP senators have indicated they want a future vote on war authorization and have criticized the administration for a lack of clear strategy and accountability, with calls for more briefings and transparency from the White House.
• Democrats remain skeptical of the administration's legal arguments and do not expect compliance with the War Powers Resolution, emphasizing that ongoing military operations mean the 60-day clock should continue running.