Bombing Iran without congressional authorization escalated a bipartisan trend of presidents bypassing the original intent of the Constitution.

Democrats stress that only US Congress – not the president – has the authority to take the country to war.

President Trump avoided asking Congress for permission before striking Iran, despite the Constitution saying only the legislature can declare war.

When Israel began its assault on Iran, President Trump kept his distance. But within days he was on a path that led to an extensive bombing mission aided by political and military…

Bombing Iran without congressional authorization escalated a bipartisan trend of presidents bypassing the original intent of the Constitution.