Trump news at a glance: rare rebuke for president as four House Republicans side with Democrats to pass war powers resolution
The US House of Representatives passed a war powers resolution to limit President Trump's authority regarding the conflict in Iran. The measure, supported by a small group of Republicans, now moves to the Senate.
Why it matters
This represents a rare bipartisan legislative challenge to executive war-making powers, highlighting internal political tension regarding foreign policy.
Donald Trump in the Oval Office of the White House on 3 June. Photograph: Alex Brandon/AP View image in fullscreen Donald Trump in the Oval Office of the White House on 3 June. Photograph: Alex Brandon/AP Trump administration briefing Trump administration Explainer Trump news at a glance: rare rebuke for president as four House Republicans side with Democrats to pass war powers resolution Vote sends resolution to the US Senate, where the chamber must promptly take up the measure under law – key US politics stories from Wednesday 3 June at a glance
The framing of the vote as a 'stunning rebuke' and the focus on the conflict's duration reflects a critical stance toward the administration's foreign policy.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in