A key United States congressional committee has formally called for a full public hearing on the ongoing war with Iran, citing growing concern among lawmakers about the lack of transparency from the Trump administration and the Department of Defense regarding the conflict’s conduct and objectives.
In a statement, members of the panel said they are “deeply troubled by the lack of transparency” surrounding the war, which began on February 28 with joint US–Israeli strikes against Iranian targets. Lawmakers argued that classified briefings alone are insufficient and stressed the need for open testimony and accountability on Capitol Hill.
The push for a public hearing reflects mounting unease among both Republican and Democratic lawmakers about the scope, duration, and goals of the conflict. Critics in Congress have repeatedly raised concerns about the administration’s decision-making process and the absence of clear communication to the American public and their representatives.
Previous efforts by senators and representatives to compel hearings, including proposals to invoke the War Powers Resolution and demand testimony from senior officials, underscore bipartisan frustration over the war’s management and oversight.
The call for a full public hearing comes amid broader domestic pressure, including planned mass protests and increased scrutiny of US involvement in the Middle East, as the conflict enters its second month with no definitive end in sight.