US Senate reverses course on presidential war powers amid White House intervention

The US Senate has reversed its stance on the president's war powers, with some senators changing their votes following intervention from the White House. The administration is seeking $70 billion for war efforts, leading to a clash between the president and Republicans.

26 Jun, 02:43 — 26 Jun, 02:43

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US Senate reverses course on president’s war powers

• 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 ma...

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