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Trump Says He Doesn't Need Congress To Okay Military Action Against Iran In a recent episode of MSNBC's "The 11th Hour," President Donald Trump indicated that he feels he does not need congressional approval for military actions against Iran. The discussion arose amid rising tensions and sanctions against Iran following the downing of a U.S. drone, which Trump highlighted as a significant issue. He stated that, “We cannot ever let Iran have a nuclear weapon,” emphasizing the seriousness he attributes to the situation. The video discusses Trump's decision to impose new sanctions on Iranian leadership in response to their aggressive actions in recent weeks. This move follows a complicated history where Trump had previously reversed a decision to launch airstrikes on Iranian targets, leading to analyses of his "brinksmanship" style of negotiating. Commentators suggested that while Trump’s approach may have prevented immediate military conflict, it also raises concerns about unpredictability, both for allies and adversaries. Key points include:
- Trump's sanctions on Iran come with a warning that the U.S. remains prepared to respond militarily if necessary.
- His governing style appears to oscillate between aggressive threats and last-minute withdrawals from planned actions, which can send mixed signals regarding U.S. foreign policy.
- The episode also reflects on the role of Congress in approving military actions, challenging Trump's viewpoint that consultation is not mandatory.