Senate advances resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers for first time, after 4 Republicans defect

TL;DR

The Senate advanced a resolution to limit President Trump's war powers in Iran, with four Republicans joining Democrats.
This marks the first time Democrats have succeeded in advancing such a resolution after seven prior attempts.
The resolution directs the president to withdraw U.S. armed forces from hostilities against Iran unless authorized by a declaration of war or specific military force authorization.
Democrats view the vote as a significant step, despite the potential for a presidential veto, believing it could influence the president's decisions and public opinion.
The vote occurred as President Trump announced the U.S. would not proceed with scheduled attacks on Iran, a decision he was reportedly close to making.

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