House again rebukes Trump on Iran, approving resolution to limit war powers
Summary
The U.S. House of Representatives voted 214 to 208 to pass a resolution directing President Donald Trump to end military actions against Iran without Congress's approval. Some Republicans joined Democrats in opposing the president's handling of the conflict, especially after several U.S. service members died and fighting increased.Key Facts
- The House passed a war powers resolution introduced by Democrat Pramila Jayapal to limit military action against Iran.
- The resolution directs President Trump to stop U.S. forces from fighting Iran unless Congress approves it.
- Four Republicans sided with Democrats in voting for the resolution.
- The vote follows the deaths of U.S. service members caused by Iranian attacks.
- President Trump ended a monthlong ceasefire with Iran on July 10 and notified Congress that military actions resumed.
- The War Powers Resolution of 1973 requires the president to notify Congress within 48 hours of starting hostilities and limits military action to 60 days without congressional approval.
- The Trump administration argues that renewed hostilities reset the 60-day limit and also contests the constitutionality of the War Powers Resolution.
- The administration requested $67 billion to fund the conflict and replenish military supplies, as well as $1.5 trillion funding for the Pentagon next year.
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