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The Republican-led Senate on Wednesday rejected the latest Democratic attempt to halt President Donald Trump’s war in Iran, turning aside a resolution that would require the U.S. to withdraw forces from the conflict until Congress authorizes further action.
The Senate vote to advance the war powers measure is expected to be symbolic. Many similar votes have failed, and Trump could veto the measure.
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Republican-led Senate on Wednesday rejected the latest Democratic attempt to halt President Donald Trump’s war in Iran, turning aside a resolution that would require the U.S. to withdraw forces from the conflict until Congress ...
Thursday’s vote followed testimony from Adm. Brad Cooper, the top U.S. commander overseeing the military campaign.
Three Senate Republicans voted with Democrats to curb Trump’s ability to wage war against Iran, providing the largest Republican backing yet.
The Senate advanced legislation Tuesday that seeks to force President Donald Trump to withdraw from the Iran War, as a growing number of Republicans defied the president's wishes.Since Trump ordered the attack on Iran at the end of February, Democrats have ...