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In reversal, Senate votes to block war powers resolution, delivering Trump a win

In reversal, Senate votes to block war powers resolution, delivering Trump a win

Summary

The Senate voted to block a resolution that would limit President Trump's power to take military action in Iran. Senator Bill Cassidy, who had earlier supported a similar resolution, joined most Republicans in stopping the new measure.

Key Facts

  • The Senate blocked a resolution aimed at limiting President Trump's war powers regarding Iran.
  • Senator Bill Cassidy initially supported a previous war powers resolution.
  • Cassidy argued with President Trump earlier during a GOP lunch at the U.S. Capitol.
  • After a briefing from Vice President JD Vance and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, Cassidy voted with most Republicans to block the resolution.
  • The vote marked a change from Cassidy’s earlier position on limiting war powers.
  • President Trump publicly criticized Cassidy for supporting the earlier resolution.
  • The issue relates to how much authority the president has for military actions without congressional approval.
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