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Rep. Foushee Condemns U.S. Strikes on Iran, Reaffirms Support for Bipartisan War Powers Resolution
Congresswoman Valerie Foushee calls for de-escalation and reaffirms support for bipartisan legislation to limit presidential war powers.
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) released a statement condemning the Trump Administration's escalating military strikes against Iran and the growing regional conflict. She reaffirmed her support for a bipartisan War Powers Resolution that would limit the president's ability to unilaterally engage in military action without Congressional approval.
Why it matters
The ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran have raised concerns about the potential for a wider regional conflict. Foushee's statement reflects growing bipartisan efforts in Congress to reassert its constitutional role in matters of war and peace and check the president's war powers.
The details
In her statement, Foushee called for de-escalation and a diplomatic resolution to the conflict. She reiterated her support for a bipartisan War Powers Resolution that would require the president to obtain Congressional authorization before engaging in military action against Iran or any other country, except in cases of immediate self-defense.
- Foushee released the statement on March 2, 2026.
The players
Valerie Foushee
Congresswoman representing North Carolina's 4th congressional district.
What they’re saying
“The Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States are on a dangerous trajectory that risks further escalation and conflict in the Middle East. I condemn the Trump Administration's escalating military strikes against Iran and call for immediate de-escalation and a diplomatic resolution to this crisis.”
— Valerie Foushee, Congresswoman (wn.com)
“I reaffirm my strong support for the bipartisan War Powers Resolution that would limit the president's ability to unilaterally engage in military action without Congressional approval. Congress must reassert its constitutional role in matters of war and peace.”
— Valerie Foushee, Congresswoman (wn.com)
What’s next
The bipartisan War Powers Resolution that Foushee supports is currently under consideration in Congress and could face a vote in the coming weeks.
The takeaway
Foushee's statement reflects growing bipartisan concerns in Congress about the president's unchecked war powers and the need to reassert Congress's constitutional role in matters of war and peace, particularly as tensions escalate between the U.S. and Iran.
