The resolution directs Trump to terminate the use of armed forces against Iran, unless explicitly authorized by Congress. Presidents of both parties have skirted around war powers resolutions in the past. AdvertisementPassage is uncertain in the Republican-controlled House and Senate, with GOP members of both chambers expressing initial support for the bombing of Iran. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer of New York said the Senate should pass the resolution but didn’t outright oppose the strikes. Congress passed the War Powers Resolution in 1973 to slow the Vietnam War.

Legal experts are already skeptical of President Donald Trump’s constitutional authority to launch new military action against Iran without Congress’ approval, especially if it leads to a prolonged conflict. “The president has tried to grab that power for himself without getting authorization from Congress before doing so,” Anders added. In addition, the Supreme Court has been generous in approving Trump’s expansive use of power, most notably in its 2024 immunity ruling. “Even if that were a legal argument, rather than a policy one, it’s hard to take that remotely seriously here,” Vladeck said. Bush’s use of force against Panama to overthrow dictator Manuel Noriega, President Barack Obama’s use of air strikes in Libya and Trump’s actions in his first term against Iran and Syria.

In his newly released book, Planning for Two Lifetimes™, financial planning specialist Michael Ringel, CPA, RICP®, ChSNC®, CEPA®, addresses what he describes as a silent but growing crisis in American financial planning. “Families with special needs children must plan for two lifetimes. That requires a completely different level of structure and protection.”A Growing Financial BurdenResearch shows families raising children with disabilities face significantly higher financial strain. Yet special needs planning remains highly specialized — and many general financial advisors lack the expertise required to properly coordinate benefits, estate planning, and asset protection. Special Needs Wealth Planning, LLC is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian.

Plane carrying banknotes crashes in BoliviaFifteen people were killed and at least 30 more were injured on Friday evening after a Bolivian Air Force Hercules aircraft carrying new banknotes from the country's central bank crashed onto a busy avenue amid inclement weather in the city of El Alto, near Bolivia's capital La Paz, according to television reports.

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In his newly released book, Planning for Two Lifetimes™, financial planning specialist Michael Ringel, CPA, RICP®, ChSNC®, CEPA®, addresses what he describes as a silent but growing crisis in American financial planning. “Families with special needs children must plan for two lifetimes. That requires a completely different level of structure and protection.”A Growing Financial BurdenResearch shows families raising children with disabilities face significantly higher financial strain. A recent national survey found that families of children with disabilities were nearly twice as likely to experience financial hardship related to health care costs compared to families without disabilities. Yet special needs planning remains highly specialized — and many general financial advisors lack the expertise required to properly coordinate benefits, estate planning, and asset protection.

Bill Clinton speaks after deposition in Epstein inquiryFormer President Bill Clinton released a video statement repeating that he did not have knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes and defending his wife, Hillary Clinton, whom he said should not have been called to testify in front of lawmakers.

World leaders reacted warily to U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran on Saturday that triggered concerns of a broader conflict. They did not directly comment on the U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran. Iran must refrain from indiscriminate military strikes. China’s government said it was “highly concerned” about the U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran and called for an immediate halt to the military action and a return to negotiations. ‘Totally irresponsible’The Nobel Peace Prize-winning International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons condemned the U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran in harsher words.

LOADING ERROR LOADINGPresident Donald Trump is teasing several “off ramps” from the joint U.S military strike with Israel on Iran Saturday, telling Axios in a brief phone interview he can end the conflict in mere days. “In any case, it will take them several years to recover from this attack.”AdvertisementPresident Donald Trump told Axios it will take Iranians "several years to recover from this attack." Even so, and I do not make this statement lightly, the Iranian regime seeks to kill,” Trump said in announcing the military strike. The other main contributing factor was the country’s military conduct over the years, Trump told Axios. The U.S military is preparing for the possibility of a weeks-long operation on Iran, according to two U.S. officials who spoke to Reuters.

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Iran nuclear program lacks weapons; Trump vows to prevent themIran does not currently possess nuclear weapons, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency. “Iran can never have nuclear weapons,” said President Trump, as reported by PBS NewsHour (https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/read-trumps-full-statement-on-iran-attack). How enforcement works: inspections, sanctions, and strike debatesInspections establish baselines, reconcile material balances, and validate declarations. IAEA safeguards and Rafael Grossi’s stated assessmentsRafael Grossi, the director general, has assessed that Iran does not have nuclear weapons and retains significant enrichment capabilities. FAQ about Iran nuclear programWhat does President Trump’s pledge that “Iran can never have a nuclear weapon” entail in practice (diplomacy, sanctions, inspections, or military action)?

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Harry Styles arriving at the 2026 Brit Awards on Saturday night Anthony Harvey/ShutterstockHarry Styles got this year’s Brit Awards off to an especially classy start on Saturday night, looking extremely dapper as he walked the red carpet. But Harry being Harry, the outfit had a fun little touch you might have missed at first glance. AdvertisementOur favourite part of the whole look, though, were the ballet pumps on his feet. AdvertisementDuring the ceremony, Harry is set to give fans a taste of his upcoming fourth album Kiss All The Time. The album was preceded by lead single Aperture, which topped the singles chart on both sides of the release upon its release, earning Harry his third solo UK number one.

Neil Sedaka pictured in 2010 via Associated PressThe iconic songwriter Neil Sedaka has died at the age of 86. “Our family is devastated by the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Neil Sedaka,” his family said in a statement. Neil Sedaka at his piano in 1975 ShutterstockAdvertisementOther songs in his catalogue included Solitaire, made famous by The Carpenters, Love Will Keep Us Together, a US number one for Captain & Tennille in the mid-1970s and ABBA’s Ring Ring, for which he contributed lyrics for the English-language version. In the 2020s, Neil had another surge in popularity thanks to daily virtual concerts he put on during lockdown, performing a handful of his songs in each. AdvertisementNeil also continued to perform live well into his 80s, and wrote songs until as recently as 2022.