Trump Shouts at GOP Senators Over Iran War Powers Vote
On June 24, 2026, President Donald Trump attended a tense closed-door Senate GOP lunch, venting anger over four Republican senators—Bill Cassidy, Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins, and Rand Paul—voting with Democrats to limit his Iran war powers. Trump engaged in a shouting match with Cassidy, calling him a "lunatic" and "crazy" after Cassidy defended his vote, criticizing the administration's lack of transparency on the Iran conflict. Trump also refused to sign a housing bill until the SAVE Act (voter ID) passes, highlighting growing White House-GOP friction.
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Cassidy says shouting at Trump achieved mission on Iran war information
Senator Bill Cassidy (R-La.) stated on Thursday that his heated exchange with President Donald Trump during a GOP luncheon at the Capitol on Wednesday fulfilled his goal of obtaining more details about the Iran conflict. Cassidy had supported a war powers resolution on Tuesday that passed, but reversed his position the following day, voting against a similar measure. He characterized the confrontation as a strategic move to pressure the administration for transparency regarding military actions in Iran, highlighting the ongoing tension within the Republican party over executive war powers and congressional oversight.
Just In NewsTrump Faces Angry Republican Caucus Over Iran War Spending
A tense closed-door lunch on Capitol Hill on June 24, 2026, escalated into a shouting match between U.S. President Donald Trump and Republican senators over an $88 billion federal spending plan, including $67 billion for the unpopular Iran war. Four GOP senators had crossed party lines a day earlier to approve a war powers resolution limiting Trump's ability to restart hostilities with Tehran. Senator Bill Cassidy, who lost his primary after Trump endorsed his opponent, said Trump was enraged when asked to justify the conflict, which lasted four months instead of the promised four weeks. The confrontation came hours after Trump abruptly canceled a bipartisan housing bill, demanding a voter ID law be passed first. Separately, the newsletter reports that New York City socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani demonstrated growing political power as three of his backed candidates won Democratic primaries, toppling establishment figures.
News FeedTwo Republicans Switch Votes, Killing War Powers Resolution After Trump Pressure
On June 25, 2026, the U.S. Senate rejected a resolution to limit President Donald Trump's war powers in Iran after two Republican senators—Bill Cassidy of Louisiana and Rand Paul of Kentucky—changed their votes following intense lobbying by Trump. The reversal came after a heated exchange between Trump and Cassidy, who had initially voted for a similar bill. Cassidy was subsequently invited to a White House briefing with Vice President JD Vance and Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, after which he voted against the resolution. Rand Paul voted 'present,' citing a desire to give Trump negotiating space. The resolution was largely symbolic and would not have forced a change in U.S. policy in Iran. The article frames the vote as evidence of Republican willingness to set aside principles in favor of Trump's demands.
The New RepublicTwo Republican Senators Reverse Votes on War Powers Resolution After Trump Pressure
On June 25, 2026, the U.S. Senate rejected a resolution to limit President Donald Trump's war powers regarding Iran, after two Republican senators—Bill Cassidy of Louisiana and Rand Paul of Kentucky—changed their votes. The reversal followed a heated exchange between Trump and Cassidy, during which Trump called Cassidy a 'lunatic.' Cassidy, who had lost his primary election to a Trump-backed opponent, was subsequently invited to a White House briefing with Vice President JD Vance and Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff. After the briefing, Cassidy voted against the resolution. Rand Paul voted 'present,' citing a desire to give Trump negotiating leverage. Trump celebrated the outcome on Truth Social, stating the vote 'puts Iran on notice.' The article notes that both votes were largely symbolic and would not have forced Trump to alter his actions in Iran, but characterizes the episode as evidence of Republican subservience to Trump.
The New RepublicTwo Republican Senators Reverse Votes to Kill War Powers Resolution After Trump Intervention
Two Republican U.S. senators, Bill Cassidy of Louisiana and Rand Paul of Kentucky, changed their votes to block a War Powers Resolution aimed at limiting President Donald Trump's authority regarding Iran. The reversal followed a heated exchange between Trump and Cassidy, where Trump reportedly called Cassidy a 'lunatic' for previously voting with Democrats. Cassidy was subsequently invited to a White House briefing by Vice President JD Vance and Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, after which he voted against the nearly identical bill. Paul voted 'present,' stating he wanted to give Trump more negotiating leverage. The resolution was largely symbolic and would not have forced Trump to alter his actions in Iran. Trump celebrated the outcome, claiming it 'puts Iran on notice.' The article frames the vote as evidence of Republican senators yielding to Trump's pressure despite prior stated principles.
The New RepublicU.S. Senate Republicans reject War Powers resolution on Iran after Trump berates them
On June 24, 2026, U.S. Senate Republicans voted to reject a War Powers resolution aimed at blocking President Donald Trump's military operations in Iran, just one day after the Senate had approved a similar measure. The vote came after Trump berated GOP senators during a private lunch, calling those who opposed his war 'losers' and specifically labeling Sen. Bill Cassidy a 'lunatic.' Sen. Cassidy, who had voted with Democrats on the previous day's resolution, later received a personal briefing from Vice-President J.D. Vance and envoy Steve Witkoff at the White House, then returned to vote against the nearly identical measure. Another Republican, Sen. Rand Paul, voted 'present' to give Trump more negotiating space. The final vote was 47-50-1, with the resolution failing. Both measures are largely symbolic and do not carry the force of law. Senate Majority Leader John Thune informed reporters that Trump was 'pleased with the outcome.'
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Trump Reportedly Yells at Republican Senators Over Iran War Vote
A closed-door meeting between US President Donald Trump and Republican senators turned heated on June 24, 2026, after four GOP senators voted with Democrats on a war powers resolution limiting further Iran missions without congressional mandate. Trump reportedly targeted Senators Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins, Rand Paul, and Bill Cassidy, previously calling them 'losers' on social media. During the meeting, Cassidy defended his vote, stating the administration had not been transparent about the Iran mission's duration and goals. Trump allegedly screamed at Cassidy, told him to sit down, and called him 'crazy.' Senator John Kennedy described Trump as 'mad as a hornet' over the vote, which undermines ongoing Iran negotiations. Cassidy said he matched Trump's tone and volume but does not want to be intimidated. Trump later called it a 'really great meeting' but admitted to disliking some attendees. Cassidy is expected to leave Congress after Trump supported his challenger in the Republican primaries.
Nachrichten - WELTSenator Cassidy Describes Heated Argument with Trump Over Iran War Vote
A closed-door meeting between President Donald Trump and Republican senators turned confrontational on June 24, 2026, as Senator Bill Cassidy (R-La.) defended his vote for a resolution limiting Iran war powers. Cassidy told reporters he 'adjusted his tone and volume' to match Trump's during the heated exchange. The senator criticized Trump for failing to explain the situation to the American people, noting the operation took four months instead of the promised four weeks and original goals were not achieved. A source said Trump called Cassidy 'crazy' and told him to sit down. Trump had previously dismissed four Republican defectors—Cassidy, Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins, and Rand Paul—as 'losers' on social media after they voted with Democrats to advance the war powers resolution. Despite the tension, Trump publicly called it a 'really great meeting' but acknowledged disliking some attendees. Notably, Trump supported Cassidy's primary opponent in May, and the senator is expected to leave Congress. The House has already passed a similar resolution opposing further Iran operations without congressional mandate.
Nachrichten - WELTTrump and GOP Senator Bill Cassidy Clash in Shouting Match Over Iran War at GOP Lunch
During a closed-door GOP Senate lunch on Wednesday, President Donald Trump and outgoing Republican Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana engaged in a heated shouting match over the administration's handling of the war in Iran. The confrontation occurred one day after the Senate, including Cassidy and three other Republicans, voted to limit Trump's war powers and remove U.S. forces from Iran. When Trump questioned why those Republicans voted for the resolution, Cassidy retorted, asking if it was a rhetorical question. Cassidy then berated Trump for being unclear with Congress about actions in Iran, calling the conflict a 'blunder,' and vowed to keep voting to restrict presidential war powers until fully briefed. Trump reportedly called Cassidy a 'lunatic.' Cassidy admitted losing his temper but said he makes no apologies for standing up to the president, expressing that he is advocating for the American people.
The New RepublicTrump and GOP Senator Bill Cassidy Clash in Shouting Match Over Iran War at Senate Lunch
At a closed-door GOP Senate lunch on June 24, 2026, President Donald Trump and outgoing Republican Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana engaged in a heated shouting match over the ongoing war in Iran. The confrontation occurred after the Senate voted the previous night to limit Trump's war powers and remove U.S. forces from Iran, a measure supported by Cassidy and three other Republicans alongside Democrats. When Trump questioned the defectors, Cassidy retorted, 'Is that a rhetorical question, or do you really want to know the answer?' He then berated Trump for failing to clarify U.S. actions in Iran, labeling the war a 'blunder.' Trump reportedly called Cassidy a 'lunatic.' Cassidy later told CNN he lost his temper but made no apologies, saying he was standing up for the American people. The lunch had been expected to focus on the SAVE America Act.
The New RepublicTrump and GOP Senator Bill Cassidy Engage in Shouting Match Over Iran War
President Donald Trump and outgoing Republican Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana engaged in a heated shouting match during a closed-door GOP Senate lunch on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. The confrontation centered on the ongoing war in Iran, after the Senate voted the previous night to limit Trump's war powers and remove US military forces from the country. Cassidy was one of four Republicans who crossed party lines to vote with Democrats on the resolution. When Trump questioned the defection, Cassidy responded sarcastically and then berated the president for lack of clarity with Congress regarding actions in Iran. Cassidy called the war a 'blunder,' while a source said Trump called Cassidy a 'lunatic.' The senator later told CNN he lost his temper but made no apologies, stating he was standing up for the American people. The lunch was originally expected to focus on Trump's SAVE America Act housing bill.
The New RepublicTrump Berates GOP Senators, Calls Cassidy 'Lunatic' in Heated Meeting Over Iran War and Voter ID
President Donald Trump reportedly engaged in a contentious meeting with Senate Republicans on June 24, 2026, triggered by a stalemate over the Iran war and the Senate's failure to pass the SAVE voter ID law. During the meeting, Trump called Sen. Bill Cassidy a 'lunatic' after Cassidy confronted him about the prolonged Iran conflict and lack of transparency. Cassidy, who lost his primary to a Trump-backed challenger, refused to address Trump as 'Mr. President,' instead calling him 'brother.' Sen. Roger Marshall compared the atmosphere to a hospital board meeting with doctors yelling. Trump also criticized Sen. Dave McCormick for missing a War Powers Resolution vote. Following the meeting, Trump denied any party fractures but acknowledged he doesn't like 'a few people.' Earlier that day, Trump refused to sign the bipartisan 21st Century Road to Housing Act, which had overwhelming support, unless the Senate passes the controversial SAVE Act requiring proof of citizenship to vote. The dispute reflects growing tensions between Trump and congressional Republicans over policy and loyalty.
Forbes - BusinessNo Peace Deal for Trump and GOP at Senate Lunch
President Donald Trump attended a tense Senate GOP lunch on June 24, 2026, where he vented anger over the passage of an Iran war powers resolution supported by a few Republicans, and pressed for the stalled SAVE America Act (voter ID bill). Trump got into a shouting match with Sen. Bill Cassidy, who asked if Trump's question about the war resolution was rhetorical, leading Trump to taunt Cassidy over his primary loss. Republican senators have been pressing for more information on Iran peace negotiations and a pending $80 billion defense supplemental. Trump canceled a housing bill signing earlier that day, saying he would not sign it until the SAVE Act passes. Despite Trump calling it a 'great meeting,' the event highlighted growing friction between the White House and Senate Republicans.
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