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The Senate just rejected a war powers resolution that would’ve forced Trump to seek congressional approval before military action against Iran, sending a clear message that the President’s hand remains largely untied on this front. The 50-47 vote, fueled by Republican unity and last-minute shifts from key senators like Cassidy and Paul, shuts down congressional pushback and reinforces executive authority. Despite earlier momentum — including a House-passed version that briefly made it to the Senate floor — the final vote reflects a divided Congress unwilling to constrain the administration’s Iran strategy. With a new ceasefire extension and peace talks underway, the move comes amid public sentiment that the conflict isn’t worth the cost — but for now, Trump’s war powers remain intact, at least until Congress can agree on a different path.

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