The U.S. military is considering renaming the Iran conflict “Operation
Sledgehammer” if the current ceasefire collapses and President Trump orders
major combat operations, according to U.S. officials. The move could allow the
administration to argue it restarts the 60-day War Powers clock requiring
congressional authorization. Trump described the ceasefire as “on massive life
support” and is meeting with generals, including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Dan Caine, to review options, while
prioritizing his upcoming China trip.