Rep. Sykes Votes Yes on War Powers Resolution for Fifth Time as Iran Conflict Continues

Rep. Sykes Votes Yes on War Powers Resolution for Fifth Time as Iran Conflict Continues

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) voted for the fifth time to support a war powers resolution directing the withdrawal of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran. More than three months after the start of military action in Iran without congressional authorization, Congress has taken up war powers resolutions, and the resolution passed the House. Rep. Sykes said Congress must reassert its constitutional role over decisions of war and peace.

"The American people deserve straight answers about when this conflict is going to end," said Rep. Sykes. "I cannot support an open-ended war in the Middle East that lacks both a clear strategy and congressional authorization. Thirteen servicemembers have already been killed, and many more have been wounded. At the same time, families are seeing the cost of this conflict at home, from out-of-control gas prices to everyday expenses that keep climbing. Congress should be working to bring costs down and keep Americans safe, not deepening another endless war."

Rep. Sykes will continue holding the administration accountable, support servicemembers and military families, and defend Congress's constitutional authority over war powers.

The resolution now goes to the Senate for consideration.