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Congress Divided as U.S.-Iran Conflict Escalates

3/19/2026

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The U.S. war with Iran is escalating as Congress struggles to assert its authority.
Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) rebuts the claim of no foreign threats to elections, citing Iran risks.
Senate Republicans led by Roger Wicker (R-MS) push for oversight amid dissent over war objectives.
Democrats including Cory Booker (D-N.J.) and Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) demand public hearings and accountability amid rising costs and casualties.

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Story summary

The U.S. war with Iran is escalating as Congress struggles to assert its authority.
Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) rebuts the claim of no foreign threats to elections, citing Iran risks.
Senate Republicans led by Roger Wicker (R-MS) push for oversight amid dissent over war objectives.
Democrats including Cory Booker (D-N.J.) and Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) demand public hearings and accountability amid rising costs and casualties.