LWVUS: Executive overreach is dangerous subversion of American system of checks and balances

The League of Women Voters of the United States issued a press release on March 2, 2026 voicing deep concern about the President’s decision to initiate unprovoked military action against Iran without prior congressional authorization.

“The Constitution clearly assigns the power to declare war to Congress, an authority that was intentionally ignored. When a president goes around Congress to initiate military action, it is not a sign of strength. It is executive overreach and dangerous to Americans, both domestically and abroad.”

The League encouraged members of Congress to demand transparency and reminded voters about their responsibility to evaluate whether their representatives are upholding the Constitution.

Click here to view the entire press release.