The Dispute Index

John Larson

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U.S. House of Representatives

United States Representative (Democratic) from Connecticut's 1st district.

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What we have documented

We have documented 4 statements by John Larson, in 3 cases. Each statement below gives the quotation, its original source and a link to the full case.

Statements by John Larson

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John Larson

Role at the time: U.S. Representative for Connecticut at the statement date.

Condemned

Statement summary

Larson calls for ending the Iran war and cutting off funding for unauthorized hostilities.

“The United States Congress has been clear—President Trump needs to end his illegal war in Iran,”
Read the official statement (opens in a new tab)Larson Votes to Cease Hostilities in Iran, Calls on Congress to Cut Off Funding for Illegal WarComplete original statement
Why we used this label

Relative to U.S. military involvement in the 2026 Iran war, Larson calls for ending the Iran war and cutting off funding for unauthorized hostilities.

Read statementFull case: Do they support the war in Iran?
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John Larson

Role at the time: U.S. Representative, Connecticut 1st district

Condemned

Statement summary

John B. Larson voted Yea on H.Con.Res. 93, the House resolution directing the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

“On Agreeing to the Resolution: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.”
Read the official statement (opens in a new tab)U.S. House Roll Call Vote 307: H.Con.Res. 93, Iran War Powers Resolution (agreed to, 220-204)
Why we used this label

A yea vote supported directing the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran, opposing continued U.S. involvement in the war without congressional authorization.

Read statementFull case: Do they support the war in Iran?
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John Larson

Role at the time: U.S. representative and original cosponsor of H.Res. 1177

Condemned

Statement summary

John Larson is named as an original cosponsor of the resolution seeking to impeach Hegseth. Its six articles allege misconduct involving military operations, sensitive information and congressional oversight. The measure was referred to the House Judiciary Committee.

“Action: John Larson became an original cosponsor of H.Res. 1177, articles of impeachment against Pete Hegseth, on April 15, 2026.”
Read the original text (opens in a new tab)H.Res. 1177 introduced text and original cosponsorsIntroduction listing the submitting members; articles of impeachment
Why we used this label

The case concerns Hegseth's conduct and fitness to remain secretary. Co-sponsoring articles seeking his impeachment condemns the alleged conduct and calls for impeachment.

Read statementFull case: Should Pete Hegseth be impeached?
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John Larson

Role at the time: U.S. representative for Connecticut's 1st District

Condemned

Statement summary

Rep. John Larson rejected the December Revolution Wind pause as baseless and harmful to jobs and electricity affordability. He said Connecticut had fought the earlier stop-work order and was prepared to oppose the renewed action.

“This attack on Revolution Wind and Connecticut ratepayers must not stand.”
Read the official statement (opens in a new tab)Larson Blasts Latest Trump Attempt to Halt Revolution Wind ProjectDecember 22 release, final sentence of Larson's quoted statement
Why we used this label

Relative to the renewed federal halt of Revolution Wind construction, Larson explicitly rejects the action as baseless and harmful. Support for resuming work reflects his condemnation of the halt.

Read statementFull case: Was the federal government justified in halting Revolution Wind construction?

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Case

Do they support the war in Iran?

Relationship to this case: Speaker

An issue tracker recording where members of Congress and 2026 midterm candidates stand on the unauthorized Iran war, based on their votes on war-powers resolutions, campaign statements, and public remarks.

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