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Trump’s strikes on Iran rattle war powers debate in Congress

Mar 3, 2026Center

President Trump’s decision to attack Iran over the weekend has rattled the debate over war powers on Capitol Hill. Democrats in both chambers are racing to force votes on a resolution that would curb Trump’s use of military force against Tehran by requiring explicit congressional approval governing any such strikes. While the effort was initially…

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