On June 4, the US House of Representatives passed a resolution aimed at curbing President Donald Trump's power to conduct military attacks on Iran without congressional approval. The vote was 215 in favor and 208 against, with four Republican lawmakers joining Democrats to pass the measure.
Although the resolution is unlikely to become law due to the anticipated presidential veto, it serves as a strong rebuke to Trump's decision to authorize the US and Israel to strike Iran on February 28, sparking a conflict that has now entered its 100th day. Trump did not seek congressional approval for what he described as a "skirmish" or "short-term expedition."
The Republican leader's repeated use of military force abroad has frustrated some lawmakers in Congress, which the US Constitution vests with the sole authority to declare war. Wednesday's vote marks the fourth time this year the House has voted on a war powers resolution to compel President Trump to obtain congressional backing for military actions against Iran.
The move comes after a political maneuver some viewed as an effort by Republicans to derail the vote. A vote on a war powers resolution was scheduled for May 21 ahead of the Memorial Day recess, but it was canceled despite signs of passage with Republican support. House Speaker Mike Johnson, a Republican close to Trump, chose to adjourn the session early.
