US House Republicans cancel Iran war powers vote
U.S. House Republicans have canceled a planned vote on a resolution to limit President Trump's war powers regarding Iran. This decision comes after a similar measure advanced in the Senate, highlighting a growing divide within the party. The vote has been postponed until early June, raising concerns among some lawmakers about the lack of congressional authorization for military actions.
- ▪Republican leaders in the U.S. House canceled a vote on a resolution to end the Iran war without congressional authorization.
- ▪The House had previously blocked three war powers resolutions this year, reflecting strong support for the Iran war among Republicans.
- ▪The postponed vote is seen as a response to the narrow margins in previous resolutions, with some Republicans expected to defect.
- ▪Democrats and some Republicans are urging Trump to seek congressional approval for military actions, citing constitutional concerns.
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US House Republicans cancel Iran war powers voteSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxU.S. Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-NY) speaks to reporters on the day of classified briefings for the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives on the situation in Iran, on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 3, 2026. REUTERS/Kylie CooperPublished May 22, 2026, 06:59 AMUpdated May 22, 2026, 06:59 AMWASHINGTON, May 21 - Republican leaders of the U.S. House of Representatives unexpectedly canceled a vote on Thursday on a resolution seeking to end the Iran war unless President Donald Trump obtains Congress' authorization, two days after a similar measure advanced in the U.S.
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