US Senate Schedules Vote on Iran War Powers
The US Senate scheduled a vote on a resolution directing President Trump to end the war in Iran or seek authorization. Democrats pushed the measure as vulnerable Republicans broke ranks ahead of the midterm elections.
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The United States Senate scheduled a vote for Thursday directing President Donald Trump to end military action in Iran or seek congressional approval, as Democrats pressed for a political reckoning ahead of November midterm elections. With polls showing party majorities under pressure, vulnerable lawmakers are increasingly distancing themselves from the conflict. Only 34% of respondents in a recent poll approved of the strikes against Tehran.
