Summary
The U.S. Senate voted to repeal the authorization for the 2003 Iraq war, following a similar vote in the House, aiming to return war powers to Congress. This repeal is part of a larger defense bill and marks a push to close the chapter on the Iraq conflict. It is uncertain if President Trump will support the repeal.
Key Facts
- The Senate voted to repeal the authorization for the 2003 Iraq war.
- The repeal was part of an annual defense bill, approved without objections.
- The House also passed a similar measure in September.
- The repeal aims to prevent future misuse of war powers and recognize Iraq as a U.S. partner.
- President Trump has not yet said if he will support the repeal.
- The defense bill also includes the repeal of the 1991 Gulf War authorization.
- A separate 2001 authorization for the war on terror will remain in place.
- The decision comes amid discussions over a potential government shutdown.
