US Senate Rejects Proposal to Limit Trump's Military Authority Against Iran

Summary

The US Senate has rejected for the fifth time this year a proposal to require President Trump to get Congressional approval before military action against Iran.

Key Points
  • The US Senate rejected a proposal limiting President Trump's military authority against Iran for the fifth time this year.
  • The proposal would have required Congressional approval for future military actions against Iran.
  • The vote was 46 senators in favor and 51 against the measure.
  • Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer plans to continue forcing votes on war powers limitations weekly.
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