WSJ: Trump Could Request War Declaration, First Since US Declared War on Bulgaria in 1942

A Wall Street Journal analysis suggests that US President Donald Trump could, in the event of an escalating conflict with Iran, seek a formal declaration of war from Congress – a move not made since 1942, when the United States declared war on Bulgaria, Hungary and Romania. The article frames the scenario against a backdrop of expanding military escalation and growing global economic pressure, noting that Trump would face increasingly complex strategic choices if the conflict deepens. These include how to respond to possible external support for Iran, renewed attacks in key maritime routes such as the Red Sea, and the broader risk of rising energy disruption and potential US troop involvement. …