US House rejects war powers resolution aimed at limiting Iran War
BBC • • nation
Key Points:
- A Democrat-backed resolution aimed at limiting President Trump's authority to wage war with Iran failed narrowly in the House of Representatives, with a 213-214 vote, following a similar defeat in the Senate.
- The resolution was largely symbolic, facing little chance of overriding a likely presidential veto even if passed by Congress.
- Most Republicans opposed the measure, though a few lawmakers indicated they might reconsider their stance if the conflict extends beyond the current month.
- Representative Thomas Massie was the only Republican to support the resolution in the House, while Democrat Jared Golden was the sole Democrat to oppose it.
- The resolution's sponsor, Democrat Gregory Meeks, plans to lobby members like Golden to gain more support, but the measure faces significant challenges in both chambers and from the President.
