Iran war powers
Coverage of Iran war powers in the Nexus archive.
- Behind the Curtain: The cost of blind loyalty
President Trump trained elected Republicans to obey him despite disagreements, leading to a crisis as Washington nears the end of the GOP's two-year monopoly. Trump's actions include canceling a bipartisan housing bill, demanding the SAVE America Act, and disrupting FISA surveillance renewals, while Republican lawmakers face challenges balancing Trump's demands with Senate rules and political consequences.
- Cassidy says he changed vote on Iran war powers after White House briefing
Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana changed his vote on an Iran war powers resolution after receiving a White House briefing. He previously supported a Democrat-led effort to restrict President Trump's war powers in Iran.
- Trump rages at Republicans after being stripped of Iran war powers
Trump expressed anger toward Republicans after they removed his authority over Iran war powers. The action triggered a strong negative reaction from Trump.
- House rejects Democrat attempt to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The U.S. House rejected a Democratic war powers resolution seeking to limit President Trump's authority in the Iran conflict, with Republicans largely supporting Trump's approach. The 213-214 vote saw Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) as the sole Republican backer of the measure, while Rep. Jared Golden (D-Me.) joined Republicans in opposing it. Democrats argue the conflict is a 'war' requiring congressional oversight, but Republicans defend Trump's military strategy and ongoing peace efforts.