Top Armed Services Democrat on Iran war's 60-day clock: No 'timeouts'

"War Powers Act Deadline Looms: Sen. Reed Warns of No 'Timeouts' for US Military Action. US Senator Jack Reed, the ranking member on the Senate Armed Services Committee, has issued a stern warning that the 60-day deadline for the War Powers Act is non-negotiable. In a statement on Sunday, Reed emphasized that the statute's language does not allow for extensions or delays, likening the countdown to a football game where time runs out without pause. With the US military involved in various conflicts around the world, the looming deadline has sparked concerns about the potential consequences of non-compliance. As the clock ticks down, lawmakers are facing increasing pressure to address the issue and ensure the US military's actions remain in line with congressional approval."

Sen. Jack Reed (D-R.I.), the ranking member on the Senate Armed Services Committee, said Sunday that there are no “timeouts” when it comes to the 60-day War Powers Act deadline. “The language of the statutes — does not provide for timeouts like in a football game. From the day you begin — 60 days —...