From Fox News · Elizabeth Elkind · · 1m 20s
Seven Republicans break with Trump on Iran war powers
A bipartisan House vote passed a resolution to limit Trump's military operations in Iran, defying the White House.
In brief
A bipartisan House vote passed a resolution to limit Trump's military operations in Iran, defying the White House. Seven House Republicans joined Democrats to pass a war powers resolution limiting Trump's Iran operations, though a presidential veto is likely. Originally reported by Fox News.
Seven Republicans defy Trump
Seven House Republicans joined all 213 voting Democrats to pass a war powers resolution 220 to 204, aimed at reining in Trump's military operations in Iran.
The 60-day limit expired
The War Powers Resolution of 1973 allows presidents to engage forces for 60 days without congressional authorization. Supporters say that period has already expired.
“I've been consistent on that since the war powers provision expired after 60 days of engagement.”
Trump defends his authority
The Trump administration argues the president is acting within his constitutional authority as commander in chief and needs flexibility to protect U.S. forces and national security.
Iran war divides the GOP
The conflict has become a political lightning rod, dividing Republicans and providing fodder for Democrats who accuse Trump of starting another forever war.
Massie pushes Hegseth impeachment
The Iran war pushed Rep. Thomas Massie, a well-known critic of Trump's foreign entanglements, to try forcing a vote on impeaching Secretary of War Pete Hegseth.
Presidential veto likely coming
The Senate passed a similar resolution in June with Republican defections. Trump opposes the legislation and would likely veto it if it reaches his desk.
What it means
Seven House Republicans joined Democrats to pass a war powers resolution limiting Trump's Iran operations, though a presidential veto is likely.
