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Republicans join Democrats in effort to block Trump's military authority over Iran

Kaine called for an immediate Senate vote on his resolution after the strikes on Iran.

Republicans join Democrats in effort to block Trump's military authority over Iran
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After U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, lawmakers from both parties are seeking votes on resolutions to limit President Trump’s military authority. The effort is taking shape in both chambers, but its prospects remain uncertain.

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Tim Kaine
D · VA · SEN

Senator pressing for a vote on a resolution to limit military action against Iran.

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Ro Khanna
D · CA-17

Representative preparing a House war powers resolution with Thomas Massie.

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Susan M. Collins
R · ME · SEN

Senator named as part of an earlier bipartisan coalition on a Venezuela-related resolution.

Todd Young
R · IN · SEN

Senator who said he hopes to receive briefings on the Iran operation and was part of an earlier bipartisan coalition.

Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President whose strikes against Iran prompted lawmakers to seek limits on his military authority.

Thomas Massie
R · KY-4

Representative preparing a House war powers resolution with Ro Khanna.

Lisa Murkowski
R · AK · SEN

Senator who said she expects a briefing on the Iran operation before assessing further action.

House Minority Leader backing the House resolution.

Josh Hawley
R · MO · SEN

Senator cited as part of an earlier bipartisan coalition on a Venezuela-related resolution.

Representative who said he would support the House resolution absent new information.

Rand Paul
R · KY · SEN

Senator who co-sponsored Kaine’s resolution.

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Senate Rejects Kaine-Led Iran War Powers Resolution

The Senate rejected a War Powers resolution seeking to limit President Trump’s military campaign in Iran, and Tim Kaine led the effort. Center outlets take a similar, largely informational approach, emphasizing the dispute over congressional authority and presidential war powers while presenting arguments from both sides.

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