House Passes War Powers Measure on Iran, But Trump Will Likely Kill It

The House voted 215-208 on Wednesday to direct President Donald Trump to withdraw U. S. forces from the Iran conflict, with four Republicans crossing the aisle in the most significant congressional pushback on Operation Epic Fury since the war began Feb. 28. The resolution, introduced by Rep.

Gregory Meeks (D-N. Y. ), invokes the 1973 War Powers Act and directs Trump to remove U. S. armed forces from hostilities with Iran unless Congress formally declares war or authorizes the use of military force.