House votes to limit Trump's power to strike Iran for 3rd time
Summary
The House of Representatives voted 220 to 204 to restrict President Donald Trump’s ability to take military action against Iran without congressional approval. This marks the third time the House acted to limit Trump’s war powers amid ongoing conflict and high war costs.Key Facts
- The vote was 220 in favor and 204 against limiting President Trump’s military actions against Iran.
- Seven Republicans joined Democrats in supporting the measure, more than in previous votes.
- The resolution calls for removing U.S. armed forces from hostilities with Iran.
- The Senate has not yet acted on the resolution and has only two weeks left before elections.
- The conflict started about six months ago, and the U.S. has no clear plan to end it.
- The Pentagon says the initial strikes (Operation Epic Fury) ended in May, but fighting continues.
- The war has cost the U.S. about $38 billion since February 28, averaging $2 to $3 billion per month.
- Republicans are seeking up to $73 billion in new war funding, but the Senate stalled the budget process over unrelated political issues.
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