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Senate Blocks Iran Pullout, Oil Surges Past $100

7/25/2026

Summary

Congress Blocks Withdrawal

Senate rejected a war powers resolution directing President Donald Trump to withdraw troops from Iran, 47-49.
House passed a non-binding resolution to end the Iran war, 214-208, with Thomas Massie, Tom Barrett, Warren Davidson and Brian Fitzpatrick joining Democrats.
Senator Susan Collins supported Senate motion while Democrat John Fetterman opposed it.
Rep. Gregory Meeks said Congress must use the purse before September 30 deadline and will sue administration over Iran war.

Summary

Oil Prices Surge

Oil prices rose to $100.69 a barrel, up 7 percent, the first time above $100 since May 26.
House Republicans advanced a $95 billion budget blueprint for the Iran war, a $1.15 trillion bill and a plan providing $73 billion for the conflict and $12 billion for farmers.
Houthi forces in Yemen threatened to halt oil shipments through Red Sea, attacked tankers, and prompted Ursula von der Leyen to demand reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

History

Historical Context

In the 2026 U.S.–Iran war, Iranian attacks and a partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz drove Brent crude to $139 a barrel on 7 March, illustrating how regional conflict instantly inflates oil prices. About 20 % of global oil normally passes through Hormuz, so any disruption reverberates worldwide. Today’s congressional push to curb an Iran deployment echoes the same concerns that followed the 2026 surge.

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Congress Blocks Withdrawal

Senate rejected a war powers resolution directing President Donald Trump to withdraw troops from Iran, 47-49.
House passed a non-binding resolution to end the Iran war, 214-208, with Thomas Massie, Tom Barrett, Warren Davidson and Brian Fitzpatrick joining Democrats.
Senator Susan Collins supported Senate motion while Democrat John Fetterman opposed it.
Rep. Gregory Meeks said Congress must use the purse before September 30 deadline and will sue administration over Iran war.

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