Senate Blocks War Powers Resolution to Limit Trump’s Ability to Strike Iran Again

The vote against the measure was mostly along party lines, with Republicans opposing it and Democrats almost unanimously in favor.

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Democrats Forge Ahead With Efforts to Reach War Powers Vote Amid Shaky Cease-Fire

The Democrats pressing for a vote to require congressional approval for any further military action against Iran are proposing to narrow the measure to draw maximum support from a divided party.

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White House Postpones Briefing Congress on Iran Strikes

Democrats reacted with outrage after the Trump administration, which has yet to consult with Congress on its strikes against Iran, delayed a planned briefing with lawmakers on Capitol Hill.

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Was Trump’s Iran Attack Illegal? Presidential War Powers, Explained.

Bombing Iran without congressional authorization escalated a bipartisan trend of presidents bypassing the original intent of the Constitution.

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Is the U.S. at War With Iran? What to Know About Trump, Congress and War Powers

President Trump avoided asking Congress for permission before striking Iran, despite the Constitution saying only the legislature can declare war.

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