US Senate reverses course on president’s war powers
The US Senate has reversed its stance on a war powers resolution, blocking a measure that would have required President Donald Trump to withdraw US forces from hostilities with Iran until Congress authorizes the deployment. The resolution was originally advanced in May, but two Republican senators changed their positions after a closed-door lunch with Trump and White House intervention. The vote highlights the ongoing struggle between the administration and Congress over war powers and funding, with the administration seeking $70 billion to cover war expenses ahead of November elections.
- ▪The US Senate blocked a war powers resolution in a 50-47 vote, reversing its earlier stance on the issue.
- ▪Senators Bill Cassidy and Rand Paul changed their positions after a closed-door lunch with President Trump and White House intervention.
- ▪The administration is seeking $70 billion to cover war expenses, which requires 60 Senate votes to pass, including Democratic support.
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US Senate reverses course on president’s war powers Agencies Published June 26, 2026 0 A view of the dome of the US Capitol building on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, US, on September 19, 2025. — Reuters Listen to article 1x 1.2x 1.5x comments Join our Whatsapp Channel Add Dawn as a trusted source • President lashes out at Republicans during a closed-door Capitol Hill lunch over earlier votes• Senators Bill Cassidy, Rand Paul shift positions following White House intervention• Administration seeks $70bn for war, needs Democrats to pass 60-vote barrier WASHINGTON: The US Senate blocked an Iran war powers resolution late on Wednesday night, abruptly reversing course hours after a closed-door lunch between President Donald Trump and Republican lawmakers erupted into a fierce shouting match…
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