The Senate voted 48-52 against the War Powers resolution, which needed a simple majority to pass, according to reports. Democrat John Fetterman voted against it, while Republicans Rand Paul and Lisa Murkowski supported it. The resolution was pushed by Democratic Senators Tim Kaine, Adam Schiff, and Chuck Schumer, along with Republican Senator Rand Paul. Kaine said during a press conference that he prayed his colleagues would vote to end the conflict, during which six US service members have been killed, and emphasized learning from past mistakes. Schumer argued the conflict lacks clear objectives and congressional authorization, stating Congress must rein in Trump's belligerence. Schiff emphasized Congress should demand the president justify the war's costs. Paul noted on social media that the Constitution gives Congress war powers to make war less likely.
Six U.S. service members have been killed in the conflict with Iran, according to multiple reports. A war powers vote in the House looms on Thursday, introduced by Congressman Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna. The measure was an effort to provide a check on Trump and urge against strikes without Congressional authorization, according to Massie and Khanna. The current status of the House vote scheduled for Thursday remains unclear, as does what specific military actions were taken in a joint U.S./Israeli operation launched under President Donald Trump's leadership on Saturday.
We need to end this war with a real, durable diplomatic solution.
On Thursday, a handful of House Democrats came to Washington during a pro-forma session to try and force a vote on a War Powers Act resolution. The House immediately gaveled out within seconds despite objections from several Democratic representatives. This attempt highlights the political challenges Democrats face, as they do not control any branch of government, including the House, Senate, or White House. Every War Powers Act resolution has failed so far, underscoring the difficulty in passing such measures.
In the House, Democrats have 214 seats to the GOP's 217, according to reports. House Speaker Mike Johnson will swear in Republican Clay Fuller, who won a Georgia special election on Tuesday. In a few weeks, Democrats will gain another seat when Analilia Mejia likely wins in New Jersey's 11th district, making the tally 218-215. Republicans will also have a special election to replace the late Doug LaMalfa, raising the majority to 219-215. Rep. Kevin Kiley of California recently quit the GOP to become an independent, but caucuses with the Republicans. Democrats need to flip three seats to win the majority of 218 in the House. The exact timeline and outcome of these upcoming special elections are not yet confirmed.
And that will only happen if our Republican colleagues get back here, stand up to this president, put a real check on his power, like the Constitution demands us to do.
House Republican Speaker Mike Johnson argued that the passage of a War Powers resolution right now would be a terrible, dangerous idea. Meanwhile, a growing number of House Democrats have opened the door to impeaching President Donald Trump for his actions in the Iran War. How many House Democrats currently support impeachment over the Iran War is unknown. According to The Independent - Main, Sara Jacobs described considering all options to address Trump's actions, including impeachment or the 25th amendment. Jacobs said in a press conference that ending the war requires a diplomatic solution and Republican colleagues standing up to the president. Madeleine Dean commented that impeachment might not be the best use of time now, suggesting focusing on gaining a majority first.
A new Daily Mail/J.L. Partners poll found President Trump's approval rating stands at 44 percent, down four points since Friday. The poll marks the lowest rating recorded in Daily Mail tracking to date. This drop comes amid the ongoing conflict, though what diplomatic efforts, if any, are underway to end it remains unclear.
They should realize that their president is putting us in harm's way, is making us less safe. And they should also be demanding impeachment. They should also be demanding the 25th amendment.
The joint U.S./Israeli operation launched under President Donald Trump's leadership on Saturday details unspecified military actions. The specifics of this operation have not been disclosed, adding to the uncertainties surrounding the conflict's escalation and resolution.
I personally think that everything should be on the table to get rid of this reckless, lawless, irresponsible president that's hurting Americans, whether that's impeachment or the 25th amendment.