House rejects Iran war powers measure

"Congress has a constitutional right to exercise its oversight authority, and we will, but we also have a duty and obligation not to undercut our own national security. The moral hazard posed by a government no longer constrained by the constitution is a grave threat."

"A handful of Democrats are backing a resolution that would give the Trump administration more leeway, directing the president to remove U.S. armed forces from hostilities with Iran within 30 days of the Feb. 28 attack, barring congressional approval."

"Congressional Republicans have largely rallied behind the military campaign, though some GOP lawmakers have drawn red lines on sending ground troops or raised concerns that the war could drag out longer than anticipated. Democrats have argued that the administration has failed to provide sufficient justification for and information about the attack."

The House passed a War Powers resolution requiring the Trump administration to remove U.S. armed forces from hostilities with Iran within 30 days of the February 28 attack, unless Congress grants approval. Two Republicans joined Democrats in supporting the measure, while four Democrats opposed it. The vote followed classified briefings from Trump officials that raised questions about the duration of U.S. operations in Iran. Republicans largely backed the military campaign but expressed concerns about ground troops and prolonged conflict. Democrats criticized the administration for insufficient justification and information regarding the attack. House Speaker Mike Johnson argued the resolution would undermine national security, while supporters contended it upholds constitutional oversight authority.

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