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House Rejects Impeachment of Trump Over Unauthorized Iran Strikes

Lawmakers protested a postponed briefing, questioned presidential war powers, emphasized Trump’s claim of brokering a sudden ceasefire between Israel and Iran following his unapproved strike.

Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine speaks during a news conference at the Pentagon in Washington, Sunday, June 22, 2025, after the U.S. military struck three sites in Iran, directly joining Israel's effort to destroy the country's nuclear program. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) listens during a mark up meeting with the House Committee on Energy and Commerce committee on Capitol Hill on May 13, 2025 in Washington, DC.
President Donald Trump returns to the White House prior to a meeting with his National Security Council on June 21 in Washington, DC.

Overview

  • President Trump ordered precision strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites on June 21 without seeking congressional approval, invoking his Article II commander-in-chief authority.
  • The House voted 344-79 on June 24 to kill Rep. Al Green’s impeachment resolution, with 128 Democrats joining Republicans to block proceedings.
  • Democrats criticized the Trump administration for postponing a classified briefing on the Iran strikes, arguing lawmakers deserve timely oversight and information.
  • Republicans defended the military action as constitutional under presidential war powers; Democrats contended the unilateral strike breached the separation of powers.
  • Trump credited his intervention for achieving an unexpected ceasefire between Israel and Iran, citing diplomatic leverage gained after the operation.