"The Trump administration asserts that the ceasefire in place since early April means the war with Iran has already ended for the purposes of an approaching congressional approval deadline."
"A senior administration official stated that there had been no exchange of fire between US and Iranian forces since the ceasefire began, indicating a termination of hostilities."
"Democrats have disputed the administration's interpretation, arguing that there are no legal grounds for pausing the 60-day clock under the War Powers Resolution."
"Despite the ceasefire holding, Iran continues to maintain its effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, while the US Navy continues to blockade Iranian ports."
A ceasefire between the US and Iran has been in effect since early April, allowing the Trump administration to assert that the war has ended for congressional approval. Under the War Powers Resolution, military action can continue for 60 days without congressional authorization. The conflict began with US-Israeli airstrikes on February 28, and the administration's interpretation suggests the ceasefire pauses the 60-day clock. However, Democrats contest this view, and tensions remain as Iran continues to block the Strait of Hormuz while the US Navy maintains a blockade of Iranian ports.
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