Budzinski Statement on Vote to Rein in President’s War in Iran

WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) released the following statement after voting for a War Powers Resolution to require the President to come to Congress to make the case for using military force against Iran.

"This week, I received a classified briefing on the recent strikes in Iran. It did not give me confidence that this administration has a clear justification for putting the lives of men and women in uniform at risk. That's why I voted to reassert Congress's authority and make it clear - no more military action in Iran.

"I've always taken seriously the threat Iran poses to our security and that of our allies. That concern remains today. We cannot allow Iran to become a nuclear power, for the long-term security of the United States and our allies. But just months ago, the administration said Iran's nuclear capabilities had been neutralized. Now we're being told new strikes were necessary. Those two things don't add up, and the American people deserve straight answers.

"President Trump promised to end "forever wars" and lower costs on day one. Instead, six servicemembers have been killed, gas prices are up, and Republicans are more concerned with entangling us in unauthorized foreign wars than making everyday life easier for Americans. We need a serious push for diplomacy and a clear plan to prevent this from spiraling further. Our troops' safety and stability in the region depend on it."

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