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Democrats Forge Ahead With Efforts to Reach War Powers Vote Amid Shaky Cease-Fire

ByRobert Jimison and Michael Gold

The Democrats pressing for a vote to require congressional approval for any further military action against Iran are proposing to narrow the measure to draw maximum support from a divided party.

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Democrats Forge Ahead With Efforts to Reach War Powers Vote Amid Shaky Cease-Fire

ByRobert Jimison and Michael Gold

The Democrats pressing for a vote to require congressional approval for any further military action against Iran are proposing to narrow the measure to draw maximum support from a divided party.

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Is the U.S. at War With Iran? What to Know About Trump, Congress and War Powers

ByMichael Crowley and Edward Wong

President Trump avoided asking Congress for permission before striking Iran, despite the Constitution saying only the legislature can declare war.

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Trump Picks a Side on Entering the War in Iran, for Now

ByLuke Broadwater

Even as he announced the strikes on Iran, President Trump appeared to be rapidly trying to get himself back to the middle by insisting the operation was a one-off.