Senate advances measure to end military action in Iran in rebuke to Trump
The Senate has advanced a resolution to halt military action in Iran, marking a significant challenge to President Trump's approach. This preliminary vote indicates potential support for requiring congressional approval for further military actions. However, the resolution faces significant hurdles before it can become law, including a likely presidential veto.
- ▪The Senate advanced a resolution to stop military action in Iran with a vote of 50-47.
- ▪Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy's defection contributed to the resolution's advancement.
- ▪The resolution would need to pass the House and overcome a presidential veto to become law.
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The Senate on Tuesday advanced a resolution to halt military action in Iran after a surprise defection from Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, dealing a blow to President Donald Trump's war effort. The vote, though preliminary, shows that the Senate now could have the votes to force Trump to pull back the military from Iran or seek congressional approval for additional action. Despite the War Powers Resolution advancing 50-47, it still has little chance of becoming law. It would need to pass a final vote in the Senate, clear the House and Trump would be almost certain to veto it. But the vote does show increasing headwinds to the war with Iran, especially as gas prices continue to soar ahead of the summer driving season and the 2026 midterms.
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