52 Senators Vote Against Reining in Trump’s War on Iran Despite Genocidal Threat
Senator Chris Van Hollen challenged his Republican colleagues on the floor regarding the lack of clear military objectives in Iran.
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Senate Democrats failed to advance a war powers resolution to rein in President Trump's military actions against Iran. The 47-52 vote largely followed party lines, highlighting a standoff over executive war powers and a looming 60-day constitutional deadline.
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