When it comes to war in Iran, Congress must wield power of the purse | Seattle Times

The war in Iran is approaching its fifth month, resulting in at least 17 deaths and over 400 injuries among U.S. service members. Although President Donald Trump initially claimed the conflict would last only a few days, the situation has persisted. Consequently, there are calls for Congress to exercise its power of the purse to manage the ongoing military engagement and address the casualties sustained by the United States during this extended period of warfare.