The White House slammed a House resolution passed Thursday that would limit President Trump’s war fighting abilities in Iran, calling it a "misguided" measure that would undermine presidential authority, TheWashingtonTimes reports.
Deputy Press Secretary Hogan Gidley said Mr. Trump has a "right and duty" to defend the nation from terrorism.
"That’s what he continues to do, and the world is safer for it," he said. "This House resolution tries to undermine the ability of the U.S. Armed Forces to prevent terrorist activity by Iran and its proxies, and attempts to hinder the president’s authority to protect America and our interests in the region from the continued threats. These congressional actions are completely misguided."
The House resolution, which passed 224-194, mandates the White House "terminate the use of United States Armed Forces to engage in hostilities in or against Iran or any part of its government or military,"unless Mr. Trump receives Congressional approval or "to defend against an imminent armed attack upon the United States, its territories or possessions," as allowed under the 1973 War Powers Resolution.