image sourced from original article at The United States Senate has advanced a motion that could restrict President Donald Trump's authority to continue military strikes against Iran, marking the first significant congressional challenge since the outbreak of the United States and Israel war with the Islamic Republic. The procedural step clears the way for debate on a war powers resolution that would require congressional approval for further military action.
Four Republican senators joined most Democrats in supporting the measure, signaling emerging divisions within the president’s party as the conflict’s economic toll grows despite a current ceasefire. While Republicans could still defeat the final resolution, the upcoming vote will compel lawmakers to publicly state their positions on the war.
