U.S. Republicans delay vote on Iran war resolution that would compel Trump to withdraw
U.S. Republicans have postponed a vote on a war powers resolution that would require President Trump to withdraw from the conflict in Iran. The delay comes as GOP leaders struggle to secure enough votes to dismiss the legislation, reflecting waning support for the war among congressional Republicans. Democrats are gaining traction, with some Republicans indicating they may support the resolution due to concerns over the war's impact on the country.
- ▪Republicans delayed a vote on a war powers resolution that would compel President Trump to withdraw from the war with Iran.
- ▪Democratic Rep. Gregory Meeks stated that he had the votes locked in for the resolution, indicating growing opposition to the war.
- ▪Some Republicans are now questioning Trump's authority to wage war without congressional approval, citing the War Powers Resolution of 1973.
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Open this photo in gallery:U.S. Sen. Andy Kim, left, and Sen. Ruben Gallego outside the U.S. Capitol in Washington on Thursday.Kevin Dietsch/Getty ImagesShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountU.S. Republicans struggled Thursday to find the votes to dismiss legislation that would compel President Donald Trump to withdraw from the war with Iran, delaying planned votes on the matter into June.The House had scheduled a vote on a war powers resolution, brought by Democrats, that would rein in Trump’s military campaign. But as it became clear that Republicans would not have the numbers to defeat the bill, GOP leaders declined to hold a vote on it.
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