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NewsGramcites Common DreamsApr 16, 2026Local News

In 47-52 Vote, Senate GOP Blocks Another Iran War Powers Resolution

Senator Ed Markey condemned the conflict as a 'moral tragedy' and highlighted the rising financial and human costs of the war.

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Senate Republicans blocked a Democrat-led resolution to limit President Trump's war powers regarding the ongoing conflict with Iran. The 47-52 vote failed despite some GOP skepticism as the 60-day War Powers Act deadline approaches.

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