US EditionSenate shoots down Iran war powers measure; Fetterman, Paul cross aisle
Senate vote failed 53-47 as Democrats sought to require Trump to get congressional approval for Iran military actions amid ongoing conflict and troop deployments.
- On Tuesday, the Senate rejected a Democratic-led resolution to restrict President Donald Trump's military authority regarding Iran in a 47-53 vote, marking the third failed attempt to secure congressional authorization for the conflict.
- Democratic Senator Chris Murphy of Connecticut introduced the resolution, arguing Congress must exercise its constitutional duty to oversee the war that began February 28 without legislative approval.
- Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky was the only Republican to support the measure, while Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania stood as the sole Democrat in opposition, mirroring two previous failed attempts.
- Pentagon officials are preparing to request about $200 billion in additional funding for the Iran mission, as House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries indicated the lower chamber may pursue future war powers resolutions.
- Trump announced a five-day pause on strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure; while the administration claims Iran poses an "imminent" threat, critics remain concerned over reports of potential U.S. ground troop deployments.
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US Senate votes to reject a Democratic resolution that would require President Donald Trump to obtain congressional approval for future military action against Iran, marking the third failed attempt by Democrats since the conflict began.
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