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Republicans break ranks, but Senate fails to curb Trump’s Iran war powers

Powers Resolution got 49 votes. My colleagues are hearing more and more from their constituents: end this costly and unnecessary war.” Such bills are unlikely to pass in the Republican-controlled Senate and House

After 60 days of war in Iran, does US Congress want a say?

resolutions to rein in Trump’s military authorities. They have shown general unity in not publicly opposing the war with Iran, despite a handful of defectors siding with the majority of Democrats in opposition

Hegseth faces questions about Iran in first congressional appearance since war began

explaining why you fired one of the most decorated and remarkable men," Houlahan began, before Hegseth interrupted her. "We needed new leadership," he repeated. The Pentagon also announced this month that Navy Secretary John Phelan

Record-breaking DHS shutdown ends. And, May Day protests to draw crowds nationwide

Powers Resolution of 1973, Congress must declare war or authorize the use of force within 60 days. If the president requests an extension, Congress has 90 days to act. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asserted that