Cincinnati Delegation Offers Unusual Responses to Iran Attacks

Two Republicans question Trump's actions while a Democrat praises them, breaking party lines

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The U.S. House members representing Greater Cincinnati offered unusual reactions to the Trump administration's attacks on Iran, with two Republicans questioning the president's actions and a Democrat praising them - a departure from typical partisan lines.

Why it matters

The bipartisan response from the Cincinnati delegation highlights the divisive nature of the Iran attacks, with lawmakers from both parties voicing concerns over the president's use of military force without congressional approval.

The details

U.S. Rep. Greg Landsman, a Democrat, said the attacks were an opportunity to destroy Iran's remaining military assets, while Republican Reps. Thomas Massie and Warren Davidson criticized the strikes as a "war of aggression" and called for Congress to vote on authorizing any further hostilities.

  • The attacks on Iran took place on February 28, 2026.
  • Massie said he would push a resolution in the House the week of March 2, 2026 to prohibit unauthorized U.S. military action in Iran without congressional approval.

The players

Greg Landsman

A Democratic U.S. Representative from Cincinnati's Mount Washington neighborhood, who represents Ohio's 1st congressional district.

Thomas Massie

A Republican U.S. Representative from Garrison, Kentucky, who represents Kentucky's 4th congressional district.

Warren Davidson

A Republican U.S. Representative from Troy, Ohio, who represents Ohio's 8th congressional district.

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What they’re saying

“These targeted strikes have hopefully destroyed the missiles and bombs and done so in a way that stops the regime from destroying more lives.”

— Greg Landsman, U.S. Representative (cincinnati.com)

“It's not too late. This is a war of aggression that the United States took on behalf of Israel.”

— Thomas Massie, U.S. Representative (The Enquirer)

“Surely Congress can be troubled with a vote? Surely any administration can define the mission?”

— Warren Davidson, U.S. Representative (X (formerly Twitter)

What’s next

Massie said he would push a resolution in the House the week of March 2, 2026 that would prohibit the United States military from unauthorized hostilities in Iran without congressional approval.

The takeaway

The bipartisan response from the Cincinnati delegation highlights the divisive nature of the Iran attacks, with lawmakers from both parties voicing concerns over the president's use of military force without congressional approval, underscoring the need for greater oversight and accountability in matters of war and peace.