McClellan Statement on House Vote on Iran War Powers Resolution

Washington, D.C. -Today, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) issued the following statement after she voted again in support of an Iran War Powers Resolution, a measure to curb the Trump Administration's major military campaign in Iran:

"Donald Trump's needless war of choice in Iran continues with no clear objectives, strategy or plan. Thousands of civilians and 13 U.S. servicemembers have been killed, and more will be put at risk. International supply chains have ground to a halt. Millions of Americans have paid the price at the gas pump and beyond. I voted for the Iran War Powers Resolution to bring this madness to an end.

"The Trump Administration's unauthorized use of military force in the Middle East absent an imminent threat has further destabilized the region. In recent weeks, Trump's heightened rhetoric, including threatening the death of 'an entire civilization,' has only escalated tensions and amplified fears for our collective future. These escalatory actions have also dramatically reduced our international standing and strained our relationships with our allies. As a result, we stand to emerge from this crisis less influential than we have ever been in the post-World War II era.

"The American people did not ask for this war and oppose a protracted conflict, especially as gas prices skyrocket, increasing by more than 80 cents a gallon in the last month in Richmond. Inflation now sits at a two-year high as consumer prices have increased 3.3% since this time last year. Again and again, President Trump shows that he would rather fund unnecessary wars than fulfill his campaign promises to lower costs for the American people.

"Congress has the power to end this war by upholding the separation of powers outlined in our Constitution. Instead, Congressional Republicans enable the Trump Administration every step of the way. I will continue to work to de-escalate the situation and urge my Republican colleagues to do the same."