Democrats back off calls for troops to refuse orders in Iran conflict
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Key Points:
- Democrats emphasize that U.S. troops following orders are not to blame for the ongoing conflict with Iran, placing responsibility solely on President Donald Trump for what some call an illegal war.
- Six Democratic lawmakers with military backgrounds previously urged service members to refuse unconstitutional orders, though current party leaders have downplayed those calls amid the conflict.
- Efforts to pass a war powers resolution to limit Trump's military authority in Iran failed narrowly in the House, highlighting deep partisan divisions over the president's actions without congressional approval.
- Some Democrats, including Sen. Richard Blumenthal, demand more transparency from the administration regarding the conflict's progress and costs, while others like Sen. John Fetterman support the president's military actions.
- Despite ongoing talks between the U.S. and Iran aimed at ending hostilities, there remains uncertainty about whether these negotiations will achieve a lasting ceasefire.
