Iran war powers resolution blocked for fourth time in Senate
Senator Tammy Duckworth sponsored the joint resolution to remove U.S. forces from hostilities against Iran without congressional authorization.
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Senator Tammy Duckworth sponsored the joint resolution to remove U.S. forces from hostilities against Iran without congressional authorization.
Senate Republicans blocked a Democratic resolution to end U.S. military involvement in Iran for the fourth time. The 47-52 vote occurs as the conflict nears the 60-day War Powers Act deadline, prompting Democrats to plan weekly votes to pressure the GOP.
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Outlets generally report that the Senate rejected a war powers resolution sponsored by Duckworth to limit or halt U.S. military action against Iran. The Associated Press notes that some senators are looking to future war powers votes, while The Gateway Pundit emphasizes that one Republican voted with Democrats.
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GOP Senator signaling potential shift
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House Democrat switching to support
