California Lawmakers Condemn Trump Iran Strikes Without Congressional Approval

President Trump announced U.S. strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities, which have drawn widespread criticism from California Democrats who argue the attacks were conducted without proper congressional authorization, thus violating constitutional protocols. Senator Alex Padilla and other lawmakers emphasized the legal necessity for the president to seek congressional approval before further military action to prevent escalating conflict and risking American lives. Several representatives, including Ro Khanna and Jared Huffman, condemned the strikes as unilateral acts of war that could destabilize the Middle East and harm U.S. national security, urging Congress to convene and pass resolutions to limit presidential war powers. While some Republicans defended the strikes as necessary, most Democratic leaders criticized Trump for bypassing diplomatic channels and congressional oversight, highlighting the risk of dragging the U.S. into another prolonged conflict. The controversy underscores ongoing divisions within the Democratic Party regarding Iran policy amid concerns over U.S. involvement in the region. The Council on American-Islamic Relations also condemned the bombings, viewing them as prioritizing Israeli interests over those of the American people and potentially leading to further unjust wars.