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House hands Trump a win with failed Iran war powers vote

Apr 15, 2026Center Left

House Democrats failed Thursday to pass a war powers resolution that would constrain President Trump's ability to wage war with Iran.Why it matters: It is the third time Democrats have tried and failed to pass an Iran war powers resolution, which some lawmakers fear will be seen as a green light to the Trump administration to keep ignoring Congress.The…

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