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After 10 attempts, the Senate finally voted on Tuesday to block President Donald Trump from resuming the war with Iran without congressional approval. Four Republicans — Sens. Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), Lisa Murkowski (R-Ala.), and Rand Paul (R-Ky.) — joined all but one Democrat in supporting the concurrent resolution which was passed by … Read more

The House of Representatives successfully passed a resolution Wednesday that would direct President Donald Trump to remove U.S. armed forces from hostilities with Iran absent congressional approval. The legislation passed by a vote of 215-208, with all Democrats voting in favor. They were joined by four Republicans. Seven members, including six Republicans, missed the vote. … Read more