US House joins Senate to vote down war powers resolution

In March 2026, both the US House of Representatives and the Senate voted against a war powers resolution intended to compel then-President Donald Trump to cease military actions against Iran. The resolution aimed to limit the president's authority to engage in military conflict without congressional approval. While largely symbolic, the vote served as an opportunity for Democrats to highlight Republican positions on the use of military force. The resolution's failure means that President Trump retained the power to continue military actions against Iran without explicit congressional authorization. The vote underscores the ongoing debate between the executive and legislative branches regarding war powers.