Senate backs Iran war powers resolution as GOP pressure grows on Trump's deal to end war
Senate Republicans want more details on Trump’s Iran deal as questions swirl around sanctions relief, nuclear restrictions and congressional approval.
TL;DR
- The Senate voted 50-48 to adopt an Iran war powers resolution.
- The resolution directs President Trump to remove U.S. forces from hostilities with Iran.
- Four Republican senators joined Democrats in supporting the measure, while one Democrat joined most Republicans in opposition.
- The resolution is symbolic and will not become law, but it represents a rebuke of Trump's Iran policy.
- Lawmakers in both parties want limits on U.S. military action against Iran and more information on the administration's memorandum of understanding with Tehran.
- The House previously approved the same resolution, with Trump criticizing GOP lawmakers who supported it.
- Senate Majority Leader John Thune expects Congress to vote on any broader Iran deal that emerges from negotiations.
- Concerns have been raised by GOP senators regarding sanctions relief, frozen Iranian assets, and nuclear program limits in a potential deal.
- The U.S. and Iran met recently in Switzerland to discuss terms for a final deal and an end to fighting in Lebanon.