The U.S. House of Representatives has handed President Donald Trump a rare political setback, voting to limit his authority to continue military action against Iran without congressional approval.
In a narrow 215-208 vote, four Republicans broke ranks to join Democrats in backing a war powers resolution aimed at reasserting Congress’ constitutional role in decisions about war. The measure would require the administration to end unauthorized military involvement in Iran unless lawmakers formally approve it.
While the resolution still faces hurdles in the Senate and is unlikely to become law without broader support, the vote sends a strong message of bipartisan concern over the president’s handling of the conflict. The move comes amid growing debate in Washington about executive war powers and the ongoing costs of the Iran conflict.
The White House has argued that a ceasefire and national security concerns justify its actions, but critics insist Congress—not the president alone—must authorize prolonged military engagements.
According to NBC News, the vote marks one of the most significant congressional challenges to Trump’s Iran policy since the conflict began.
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