Senate Republicans block Democratic effort to end US war with Iran
Summary
Senate Republicans blocked a Democratic effort to end the US war with Iran, voting 49-50 against a resolution that had passed the House. The conflict has lasted over 200 days, with 19 American soldiers killed and significant costs reported.Key Facts
- The Senate voted 49-50 against a resolution to end the war with Iran that the House had passed.
- The vote followed over 200 days of conflict, with at least 19 US service members killed and more than 750 injured.
- The resolution was brought to the floor under the War Powers Resolution, a law allowing Congress to force such votes.
- In earlier votes, a few Republicans supported ending the war, but most oppose it, citing ongoing troop safety concerns.
- The war has cost nearly $40 billion in the first four months, according to a Congressional Budget Office report.
- Some senators said they will keep trying to end the war, pointing to growing Republican support ahead of elections.
- The conflict has increased gas prices, costing American families about $900 each since it started.
- Senator Andy Kim called the war reckless and expensive and criticized President Trump’s handling of the situation.
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