Senate Blocks Fifth Democratic Bid to Curb Trump’s Iran War Powers

53 articles · Updated · POLITICO · Apr 22

The US Senate has rejected Democrats' fifth attempt to limit President Trump's authority to continue military operations against Iran.
The vote was 51-46, with most Republicans opposing and only one crossing party lines; a fragile ceasefire with Iran remains in place.
With the 60-day War Powers Act deadline approaching, pressure is mounting for Congress to authorise or end the conflict, as debate intensifies.

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