"Let's not mince words: the assassination of Qasem Soleimani was an act of war undertaken without Congressional authorization, in violation of the Constitution of the United States of America. Following the assassination, thousands of additional troops were sent to the Middle East in one of the largest rapid deployments seen in decades. This follows years of saber-rattling and threats of war against Iran by President Trump and his accomplices. We in Congress must exercise our Constitutional duty—and do everything in our power to stop another disastrous war. " Rep. Omar said.

The resolution requires that any hostilities with Iran be explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or specific authorization for use of military force. It does not, however, prevent the United States from defending itself from imminent attack, according to the release.