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House votes again to end Trump's Iran war
Republicans split as the House passes its third resolution to curb Trump's military action in Iran ahead of midterm elections.
In brief
Republicans split as the House passes its third resolution to curb Trump's military action in Iran ahead of midterm elections. The House has now voted three times to end the Iran war, but none of the resolutions have reached Trump's desk for his expected veto. Originally reported by ABC7 New York.
Third House vote to end Iran war
The House voted 220-204 to halt Trump's military action in Iran without congressional approval. More Republicans joined Democrats this time, but none of these resolutions have reached the president.
“Remember when Donald Trump said that this war would last just a few weeks?”
War launched in February drags on
Trump started the war on February 28. Nearly seven months later, deadly missile strikes continue to be exchanged, causing havoc across the region.
War costs $38 billion so far
The Congressional Budget Office reports the conflict has cost over $38 billion as of August 1. Monthly costs now run between $2 billion and $3 billion depending on fighting intensity.
Gas prices spike from oil disruption
Voters face high gas prices as the conflict disrupts oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz. The budget office projects inflation will be 0.5 percentage points higher into 2027 because of the war.
Seven Republicans break ranks
Seven GOP lawmakers voted with all Democrats to halt the war, up from four in previous votes. They include representatives from battleground Iowa and retiring Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina.
Most Americans oppose the war
An AP-NORC poll in July found most Americans say the Iran war has not been worth fighting. Trump had promised not to involve the U.S. in foreign wars when he won his second term.
Senate reversed course after Trump lunch
The Senate approved a war powers resolution to end the conflict on its 10th try. But GOP senators quickly reversed course the next day after Trump berated them during a closed-door lunch.
War Powers Act limits tested
The War Powers Act requires congressional approval for sustained military actions after 60 or 90 days. Congress has tried repeatedly to alter the war's trajectory, but Trump can veto the measures.
Speaker expects shift after election
Mike Johnson said the Iran conflict is entering a new phase as allies help stabilize the region. Trump expects gas prices and grocery costs to drop after the election, Johnson added.
“I'd love it to happen today.”
The takeaway
The House has now voted three times to end the Iran war, but none of the resolutions have reached Trump's desk for his expected veto.
