Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Senate voted Wednesday to reject a bipartisan war powers resolution aimed at limiting President Trump’s military action against Iran without formal congressional approval.
The Republican-controlled chamber voted 47-53, falling short of the simple majority required to advance the measure. Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY), a co-author of the resolution, joined most Democrats in support, while Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) broke with his party to oppose it. The resolution was also led by Sen. Tim Kaine (D-VA).
Supporters argued Congress must reassert its constitutional authority over war powers. Opponents contended that halting ongoing military operations could endanger U.S. personnel and undermine national security. Sen. Todd Young (R-IN) said stopping action “would be very dangerous to the American people” given current conditions.
A similar bipartisan measure is expected to receive a vote in the House, led by Reps. Thomas Massie (R-KY) and Ro Khanna (D-CA). Even if passed, the resolution would likely face a presidential veto.
The failed vote leaves critics of the administration’s Iran policy with limited procedural options as tensions in the Middle East continue.
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