Senate to vote on war powers resolution to prevent Trump from continuing Iran conflict
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Republicans expected to vote down resolution introduced by Democrats, who condemned Trump for launching strikes without Congressional approval
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Democrats have condemned Trump for ordering an air campaign against Iran without first seeking permission from Congress, while offering shifting explanations of its objectives. The war powers resolution introduced by Democratic senators Tim Kaine, Adam Schiff and Chuck Schumer, the minority leader, would force an end to US participation in the current hostilities and require the president to go to Congress before re-entering the war.
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The Guardian
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