Trump Administration Faces Backlash Over Postponed Briefing on Iran Strikes

Fri Jul 18 2025 00:34:27 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Trump Administration Faces Backlash Over Postponed Briefing on Iran Strikes

Democrats condemn delays as tensions rise in the Middle East amid U.S. military actions.


Lawmakers demand transparency after the Trump administration's postponement of critical briefings regarding recently executed strikes on Iran.

June 24, 2025, 4:11 p.m. ET - In a move sparking bipartisan anger, the Trump administration has postponed a planned briefing for Congress concerning the recent U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. This decision not only reflects ongoing frustrations in bipartisan relations but also raises concerns about transparency and accountability in U.S. foreign policy.

Scheduled for Tuesday, the closed-session briefings were intended to inform lawmakers about the airstrikes carried out over the weekend against three sites linked to Iran’s nuclear program, as well as Iran's retaliatory measures that targeted an American military base in Qatar. The postponement has intensified scrutiny from congressional leaders, especially among Democratic lawmakers who have voiced their outrage at the lack of timely communication from the White House.

Senate Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, expressed strong discontent with the delay, reminding the administration of its obligations under the War Powers Resolution, which requires congressional notification within 48 hours of military engagement. A classified memo issued by President Trump claimed the strikes were a constitutional action to ensure the safety of U.S. citizens and uphold national security interests.

The Senate is now set to receive its briefing on Thursday, while the House session has been rescheduled for Friday. The developments come at a time when tension in the Middle East is already heightened, following a recent cease-fire deal between Iran and Israel announced by the President on the eve of his departure for the NATO summit in the Netherlands.

Onlookers are encouraged to hold the administration accountable for its wartime decisions and its commitment to consult Congress in matters of military action. As the situation evolves, many are waiting to see how the administration will navigate the demands for greater legislature engagement while addressing U.S. national security concerns.

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