House GOP pulls Iran war resolution vote that appeared to have enough support to pass
House Republicans have decided to pull a vote on a war powers resolution regarding Iran, which was expected to pass. This decision comes amid concerns about dwindling support for the ongoing conflict and the potential for a legal showdown over military authority. The situation reflects a growing impatience in Congress regarding the war, as public disapproval rises.
- ▪House Republicans pulled a vote on a war powers resolution that would require President Trump to withdraw from the war with Iran.
- ▪Democratic Rep. Gregory Meeks stated that they had the votes to pass the resolution, accusing Republicans of playing a political game.
- ▪Polling indicates that most Americans disapprove of military action against Iran and believe the conflict is not going well.
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Politics House Republicans pull vote on Iran war resolution that appeared to have enough support to pass May 22, 2026 / 12:34 AM EDT / CBS/AP Add CBS News on Google House Republicans on Thursday pulled a vote on a measure that would compel President Trump to withdraw from the war with Iran, delaying action on the issue as the Trump administration struggles to maintain congressional backing for the war.The House had scheduled a vote on a war powers resolution, brought by Democrats, that would rein in Mr. Trump's ability to wage war with Iran without congressional approval. But as it became clear that Republicans would not have the numbers to defeat the bill due to absences, GOP leaders declined to hold a vote on it.
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