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Democrats Divided on Defunding Trump's Iran Military Actions

3/10/2026

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Democratic leaders struggle to oppose U.S. President Donald Trump's military actions in Iran and to defund the war.
Public disapproval is widespread, yet many Democrats hesitate to use funding powers to end it.
Some lawmakers fear being labeled unpatriotic for voting against funding.
Senator Chris Murphy says supporting troops means voting against the war.
Representative Ro Khanna argues blocking funding is essential to end the conflict.

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Story summary

Democratic leaders struggle to oppose U.S. President Donald Trump's military actions in Iran and to defund the war.
Public disapproval is widespread, yet many Democrats hesitate to use funding powers to end it.
Some lawmakers fear being labeled unpatriotic for voting against funding.
Senator Chris Murphy says supporting troops means voting against the war.
Representative Ro Khanna argues blocking funding is essential to end the conflict.