Fetterman joins Republicans to block Senate resolution ending Iran war

Published Jul 30, 08:33 PM UTC

On July 30, 2026, the U.S. Senate voted 49-50 to block a resolution directing President Trump to end military operations in Iran and withdraw U.S. troops. The resolution, which needed only a simple majority, failed when Democratic Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania voted with Republicans against it. Only three Republicans—Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski, and Rand Paul—crossed party lines to support the measure. This marked the thirteenth such vote in the Senate this year, while the House has passed two similar war powers resolutions. The vote occurred amid escalating conflict, with U.S. Central Command striking dozens of Iranian targets following Iranian missile attacks on American military sites. The article criticizes Fetterman for abandoning his progressive campaign platform and aligning with Trump on foreign policy, particularly his strong support for Israel and military campaigns against Iran and Lebanon.