The Senate just voted to advance a bill that would limit President Trump’s war efforts with the terrorist country of Iran, and it’s the first time in eight attempts that this happened.
Here’s the news:
50-47: Senators for the first time in 8 attempts this year voted to advance an Iran war powers resolution, this one by Sen. Tim Kaine (D-VA), to end unauthorized U.S. military action against Iran to the Senate floor for future debate and votes. Four Republicans Cassidy (for the first time) Collins, Murkowski and Paul voted Yes. Fetterman (D-PA) voted No.
50-47: Senators for the first time in 8 attempts this year voted to advance an Iran war powers resolution, this one by Sen. Tim Kaine (D-VA), to end unauthorized U.S. military action against Iran to the Senate floor for future debate and votes. Four Republicans Cassidy (for the… pic.twitter.com/NICMCWBFqE
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The reason it advanced was because Tuberville, Tillis, and Cornyn didn’t vote. So between the Republicans that voted yes and the Republicans that didn’t vote, this could end up passing. But again, Trump would never sign it so I think it’s moot.