US Senate advances resolution to curb Trump’s power to wage war on Iran

The US Senate advanced a War Powers Resolution aimed at curbing President Donald Trump's ability to wage war on Iran without congressional authorization. The procedural vote passed 50-47, with some Republicans joining Democrats in a rare rebuke of the president. This action reflects growing unease among lawmakers about the ongoing conflict with Iran and asserts Congress's constitutional power to declare war. However, the resolution faces significant challenges, needing to pass the House of Representatives and potentially overcome a presidential veto with two-thirds majorities in both chambers.

The Senate advanced legislation aimed at forcing President Donald Trump to withdraw U.S. troops from a conflict with Iran. This development occurred as a growing number of Republicans defied the president's wishes, with Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy switching his vote to support the measure after a primary election loss where Trump endorsed his opponent. The 50-47 vote demonstrates increasing Republican unease with the prolonged conflict, which has been in a fragile ceasefire and contributed to rising gas prices. While the bill faces further votes and potential defeat due to Republican absences, it signifies a challenge to Trump's authority on foreign policy. The House is also expected to vote on a similar war powers resolution.