House Republicans block Democrats' bid to restrict Trump's Iran war powers
Representative Chris Smith blocked a Democratic war-powers resolution by gavelling the House session closed before the measure could be considered.
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US Republicans block push to curb Trump’s war powers over Iran strikes12 articles·9 sources·Avg cred 58/100
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House Republicans blocked a Democratic attempt to pass a war-powers resolution during a pro forma session, as Democrats sought to limit President Trump's military authority following his controversial social media warnings to Iran.
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