House sinks Rep. Rashida Tlaib's second war powers resolution on Lebanon
Washington — For a second time, the House on Tuesday voted against limiting President Trump's authority to engage the U.S. military in warfare in Lebanon without congressional authorization.
TL;DR
- The House voted 189-235 against limiting President Trump's war powers in Lebanon.
- This is the second time the House has rejected a war powers resolution concerning Lebanon introduced by Rep. Rashida Tlaib.
- The updated resolution allowed for security cooperation with the Lebanese Armed Forces and protection of diplomatic facilities.
- Tensions in southern Lebanon are linked to peace talks between the U.S. and Iran, with Iran and Hezbollah demanding Israeli withdrawal.
- Republicans argued the resolution benefits Hezbollah, which is blocking a peace agreement.
- Rep. Tlaib accused Israel of ethnic cleansing and territory expansion through bombing campaigns in Lebanon.