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A 53-47 Senate vote defeated a Democratic resolution that sought to force removal of U.S. forces from hostilities with Iran unless Congress authorized further action, marking the third failed attempt to rein in the president’s war powers as the conflict continues.

Senate defeated the Democratic-led war powers resolution by a 53 to 47 vote.
The measure would have directed removal of U.S. forces from hostilities with Iran unless Congress explicitly authorized action.
This was the third Senate vote rejecting efforts to limit the president's authority on Iran.
Democrats have demanded public testimony from senior administration officials about the campaign and threatened further measures if they do not testify.
The administration says its strikes were lawful and necessary while the president has not outlined a clear exit plan or ruled out sending ground forces.

Senate votes down effort to restrict Trump's Iran war powers

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