# Opinion: Trump's Iran action fails just war test

http://edwardfeser.blogspot.com/2026/08/just-war-doctrine-and-congresss-war.html

President Trump's action against Iran lacks lawful authority under U.S. constitutional doctrine. Congress holds the power to declare war, not the president. The initiative violates traditional just war principles and constitutional structure.

Publisher: Edward Feser — Opinion / commentary.

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Created: 2026-10-18T02:15:24.037585+00:00

Last edited: 2026-10-18T02:15:24.037585+00:00

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