Democrats press administration on Iran war authority and transparency in supplemental request
Senate Democrats accused the administration of using a large supplemental to bankroll an unauthorized war and sought cost breakdowns and legal justification; administration witnesses defended their authorities and said funds are needed to sustain operations and readiness.
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Vice Chair Murray and several Democratic senators used opening and questioning time to challenge the administration's decision to use military force in Iran without congressional authorization and to demand transparency about the costs. Murray said, "143 days ago, president Trump started a war of his own choosing with Iran. He did not consult Congress. He did not get authorization from Congress." She cited human and financial costs, including "17 American service members have now died," and asked why Congress should "bankroll this war."
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