In a high-stakes decision that has drawn both praise and criticism, former President Donald Trump announced that a U.S. military operation had
successfully targeted and disabled three Iranian nuclear sites—Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. The strike, according to the Trump administration at the time, was not an act of war but a strategic response to what was described as an imminent security threat.
The move ignited a strong response from congressional leaders, reigniting discussions about the scope of executive military power. Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi expressed concerns about the constitutionality of the action,
emphasizing that Congress had not authorized the strike. She warned that unilateral decisions of this nature could increase risks for American personnel abroad and contribute to regional instability. Read more below
