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US Senate advances War Powers resolution to limit Donald Trump’s military action against Iran, reflecting bipartisan concern over costs, stockpiles, and war powers limits.
US Senate advances War Powers resolution to limit President Donald Trump’s military action against Iran, reflecting bipartisan concern over costs, stockpiles, and war powers limits.(REUTERS)
The US Senate on Tuesday moved forward with a resolution seeking to limit President Donald Trump’s authority to continue military action against Iran, reflecting growing concern in Washington over the prolonged conflict and its rising financial and strategic costs.
The measure cleared an important procedural hurdle, marking the first time either chamber of Congress has advanced legislation aimed at restricting Trump’s military operations against Tehran since the conflict began more than 11 weeks ago.
The resolution still requires approval in a final Senate vote and would face significant challenges in the Republican-controlled House of Representatives, where similar efforts have previously failed. Even if passed by Congress, the measure would likely face a presidential veto from Trump.
Despite uncertain prospects, the vote highlighted increasing unease among lawmakers — including some Republicans — over the duration and cost of the conflict. Reports suggest the war has strained US weapons stockpiles, raised concerns over military preparedness and pushed estimated costs beyond $30 billion.
The proposal invokes the 1973 War Powers Act, legislation introduced after the Vietnam War to limit presidents from engaging in extended military conflicts without congressional approval. If enacted, it would require the Trump administration to halt military action against Iran unless Congress formally authorises continued involvement.
Democratic Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer strongly backed the resolution, arguing that Congress should reassert oversight over decisions involving war.
“This president is like a toddler playing with a loaded gun,” Schumer said before the vote, urging lawmakers to support efforts to withdraw US involvement in hostilities with Iran.
The development comes amid intensifying debate in Washington over the scope of presidential war powers and the long-term implications of continued US military engagement in West Asia.
Washington D.C., United States of America (USA)
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