Senate Rejects Iran Resolution

The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution directing President Trump to end U.S. military hostilities in Iran, with the vote failing 49-50. The concurrent War Powers measure would have directed removal of U.S. forces unless Congress authorized the war, but it would not have gone to Trump for a signature or veto. It was the Senate’s 14th vote on such a resolution since the Iran conflict began. Democrats said the war is unauthorized and unconstitutional because Congress declares war. Opposing Republicans said the war is dragging on, hurting fuel prices, and needs clearer strategy. The vote leaves midterm pressure unresolved.