Iranian American Group Sues President Trump Over Alleged Unconstitutional War Against Iran

The National Iranian American Council filed a lawsuit in federal court in Washington, D.C., against President Donald Trump regarding his administration's military campaign against Iran. The organization argues that the ongoing operations, which include airstrikes and a naval blockade, are unconstitutional because Congress has not declared war. The suit references President Trump's comments regarding the conflict, noting he stated he avoided calling it a war because he needed congressional approval.

The lawsuit seeks a declaratory ruling that the President is unilaterally conducting an indefinite war of aggression without the required legislative authorization. The group states that the operations have caused injuries and property damage to members of the council whose relatives remain in Iran.