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Senate and House Defeat Bids to Limit Trump’s Iran War Powers

A looming 60‑day War Powers deadline could force the White House to seek authorization or start withdrawing forces.

Overview

  • The House, in a 213–214 vote Thursday, rejected a resolution directing the president to remove U.S. forces from hostilities with Iran.
  • The Senate failed 52–47 on Wednesday to advance a similar measure, with Sen. Rand Paul backing it and Sen. John Fetterman opposing it.
  • The War Powers law caps unauthorized hostilities at 60 days and allows a 30‑day extension if the president certifies an unavoidable military necessity.
  • Most Republicans continue to support the campaign, though some want clearer goals or an authorization and are discussing an authorization for use of military force.
  • Pressure is rising as polls show most Americans disapprove of the war and reporting cites 13 U.S. service members killed since strikes began on February 28.