Budzinski Statement on U.S. Attacks on Iran, Calls for Vote on War Powers Resolution

“The Constitution is clear: only Congress has the power to send our nation to war. This is a grave responsibility — one we take with the utmost seriousness. But the same cannot be said for President Trump. Once again, he has disregarded the principle of coequal branches of government. And now, the consequences could be profound and dangerous.

“It goes without saying that preventing Iran from becoming a nuclear power is critically important. We had an agreement designed to achieve that goal — an agreement the President chose to abandon. Now, he is moving our nation toward war without providing Congress or the American people the justification we rightfully deserve.

“Iran’s human rights abuses and its anti-democratic regime cannot be ignored. But we can, and must, pursue diplomacy to address these challenges, not another costly and deadly conflict.

“I want the people of Illinois’ 13th District to know that when the House votes on a War Powers Resolution, I will support it. In the meantime, my thoughts are with the safety and well-being of our service members and all those in the region.”