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House approves war powers resolution to halt Iran War

The House measure challenged the military action against Iran conducted under Trump’s administration.

House approves war powers resolution to halt Iran War
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The House approved a war powers resolution seeking to halt U.S. military action against Iran, with a 215-208 vote. The measure’s passage marks the first time the House has approved an effort to curb the war.

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Speaker of the House who sought to prevent the resolution from advancing

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House Democratic leader who urged Republicans to support the resolution

Marco Rubio
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Secretary of State who warned about the resolution’s possible effect on negotiations with Iran

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Trump Criticizes Republicans Who Voted for Iran War-Powers Resolution

The House passed 215-208 a resolution seeking to limit U.S. military action against Iran under President Donald Trump’s administration. Center outlets frame the vote as a congressional challenge to Trump’s Iran policy; CNN also reports his criticism of Republicans who supported it.

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