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Congress Votes on War Powers to Restrict Trump’s Iran Actions

3/4/2026

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Congress Limits Trump's Actions

Congress is preparing to vote on war powers resolutions to limit U.S. President Donald Trump’s actions in Iran after strikes that caused American casualties.
The resolutions are backed by most Democrats and some Republicans and would require congressional approval for any Iranian military action.
Senator Tim Kaine urged lawmakers to go on the record, describing the conflict as a "war of choice" without clear objectives.

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Congress Limits Trump's Actions

Congress is preparing to vote on war powers resolutions to limit U.S. President Donald Trump’s actions in Iran after strikes that caused American casualties.
The resolutions are backed by most Democrats and some Republicans and would require congressional approval for any Iranian military action.
Senator Tim Kaine urged lawmakers to go on the record, describing the conflict as a "war of choice" without clear objectives.

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