Overview
- The No Unauthorized War in Mexico Act would bar federal funds for any use of military force in or against Mexico without explicit congressional approval through December 31, 2026.
- The bill allows exceptions for a formal declaration of war, a specific authorization enacted after passage, or actions consistent with section 2(c) of the War Powers Resolution.
- Reps. Joaquín Castro, Sara Jacobs, and Greg Stanton introduced the measure and posted the full text on Castro’s official website.
- Lawmakers cite recent U.S. operations near Mexico’s coasts plus President Trump’s remarks about starting ground attacks on cartels as catalysts for the legislation.
- Sponsors concede the Republican-controlled House makes passage unlikely, saying the goal is to deter unilateral escalation and protect U.S.–Mexico relations, with Stanton noting talks with Ambassador Esteban Moctezuma.