Democrats Weigh Using December Funding Deadline to Force End to Iran War
Republicans need at least seven Democratic votes to pass a bill keeping the government open past Dec. 11.
TL;DR
- Some congressional Democrats may refuse to vote for a government funding bill that includes funding for the war in Iran.
- They are considering using the December 11 funding deadline to push for an end to the conflict.
- Senator Chris Van Hollen has stated he will not support a funding bill unless it defunds the war.
- Republicans need at least seven Democratic votes to pass a funding bill in the current Senate composition.
- The new Congress is sworn in on January 3, after which Democrats will have a majority.