I am writing to demand that you take immediate action to stop the unconstitutional U.S. air strikes on Yemen, which have intensified since March 15. These sustained and heavy strikes have been carried out without congressional authorization, in direct violation of the Constitution and the 1973 War Powers Resolution.
As you know, the Constitution grants Congress—not the President—the sole authority to declare war. Yet this administration has bypassed that requirement entirely, undermining the rule of law and our democratic process. Leading advocacy organizations including DAWN, Action Corps, and Just Foreign Policy have raised the alarm, warning that these attacks not only violate domestic law but also contravene international law under the UN Charter, which prohibits military action unless in self-defense or approved by the UN Security Council.
Congress must not stand by and allow any administration—past or present—to commit acts of war without authorization. This is not just a procedural matter; it is a fundamental issue of democratic accountability and human rights. These illegal air strikes further destabilize the region, escalate tensions, and entrench endless war without public debate or consent.
I urge you to act now to uphold your constitutional duty. Publicly denounce these unauthorized military actions, push for an immediate halt to the strikes, and ensure that Congress reclaims its rightful authority over decisions of war and peace.
First sent on April 9 by BlueCollarJew
