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Senate votes with Trump on Iran war after he punts housing bill
USA Today • • nation
Key Points:
- Senators Rand Paul and Bill Cassidy reversed their votes on Donald Trump's military authority in Iran after a tense meeting with the president and his administration, signaling a shift in support.
- The late-night June 24 vote was largely symbolic but helped ease tensions with Trump, who had earlier canceled a ceremonial event to pressure the Senate on an unrelated election bill.
- Cassidy engaged in a heated exchange with Trump during a closed-door meeting but later met with Vice President JD Vance and Trump's Middle East envoy, which addressed his concerns and influenced his vote change.
- Paul stated he remained firm on his views about war and executive power but was willing to reconsider after hostilities ended and at Trump's request.
- Following the vote, Trump praised the shift on social media, framing it as a warning to Iran, while Senate GOP leaders plan to focus on legislative priorities after the July 4 recess.
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