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US House passes Democratic-backed Iran war powers resolution with bipartisan support
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The U.S. House of Representatives passed a Democratic-backed war powers resolution on Thursday aimed at limiting President Trump's military action in Iran. The measure, sponsored by Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.), passed by a vote of 214-208, with four Republicans joining all Democrats in support. The resolution comes amid a rising death toll among U.S. service members during renewed fighting in the region. The vote reflects ongoing congressional efforts to reassert war powers authority and constrain the executive branch's ability to engage in military operations without explicit authorization.
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The House on Thursday passed a Democratic-backed war powers resolution aimed at limiting President Trump's military action in Iran.
The lower chamber voted 214-208 to pass the resolution, sponsored by Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.). Four Republicans joined all Democrats in supporting the measure.
The latest push comes amid a rising death toll among U.S. service members during renewed fighting between...
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U.S. House Passes Resolution to Limit Trump’s Military Action Against Iran