House votes to let Trump's Operation Epic Fury continue in Iran

A vote to rein in President Trump's war powers in Iran failed in the House on Thursday, with several Republicans and Democrats crossing the aisle.

5 Mar, 21:38 — 5 Mar, 21:59

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This vote is significant as it impacts the balance of power between the executive and legislative branches regarding military action. It allows the President to continue military operations in Iran without explicit congressional authorization, potentially escalating tensions in the region.

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The House of Representatives voted against a war powers resolution concerning Iran.
The resolution aimed to restrict President Trump's ability to use military force against Iran without congressional approval.
The vote saw members from both Republican and Democratic parties crossing the aisle.

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A war powers resolution to restrict President Trump's actions in Iran failed in the House.

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A handful of Democrats joined Republicans to defeat the effort.

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Two G.O.P. lawmakers backed the effort to restrict Trump's war powers.

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The Senate rejected a similar war powers resolution on Wednesday.

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The Senate previously rejected a similar war powers resolution.

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NYTMostly Factual33d ago

House Turns Back Bid to Restrict Trump’s War Powers in Iran

A handful of Democrats joined Republicans to defeat an effort to force President Trump to go to Congress for approval to continue using force against Iran, while two G.O.P. lawmakers backed it.

By Robert Jimison

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Fox NewsMixed33d ago