Senate Republicans defeat for fifth time resolution to halt military operations against Iran
The 46-51 vote was the fifth failed Democratic attempt to force congressional approval before more U.S. military action against Iran.
- On Wednesday, the Senate rejected the fifth attempt to limit President Donald Trump's military authority against Iran in a 46-51 vote, with most Republicans maintaining support for the conflict.
- The conflict began eight weeks ago, with most Senate Republicans remaining unwilling to break with the administration, while Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin argued the campaign lacks clear objectives and parallels the Iraq War.
- GOP Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky supported the resolution, while Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania voted with Republicans against it; the Pentagon reported 400 American troops injured and 13 service members killed.
- Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer urged Republicans to support the resolution, claiming "they would be doing Donald Trump a favor," while Trump extended a two-week ceasefire but continues blocking Iranian ports.
- Next week, the war will cross the 60-day mark, triggering potential legal questions, as Senate Majority Leader John Thune noted the president could unilaterally extend operations for 30 days, stating "The president's still within that allotted time.
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diarioestrategia.clThe Republican-majority U.S. Senate rejected for the fifth time this Wednesday a Democratic resolution that sought to ban President Donald Trump from continuing military operations against the Islamic Republic of Iran.The motion, rejected by 51 votes to 46 in favour, was pushed by Democratic Senator Tammy Baldwin. Senator John Fetterman was the only Democratic Party legislator to vote against and Rand Paul was the only Republican in favour.By a …
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