Senate Stalemate: Republicans Block Iran War Halt Without Congress

Senate Republicans blocked Democrats’ bid to force the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iran unless Congress authorizes ongoing military action, voting 53–47 to kill the war-powers resolution; Democrats argue the administration hasn’t subjected the war to public oversight or hearings, while Republicans say consultation with Congress has occurred. House Democrats may renew similar efforts, and the administration has used emergency powers to push arms sales in the region.