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Senate approves Iran war powers resolution passed by House; four Republicans break ranks
Key takeaways
- The Senate voted 50 to 48 to approve the resolution, which passed the House 215-208 earlier this month.
- The measure came straight to the Senate floor Tuesday for an up-or-down vote on final passage.
- But it does not have the force of law, even though it s been approved by both chambers.
Why this matters: political developments that affect policy direction and public trust.
The Senate voted 50 to 48 to approve the resolution, which passed the House 215-208 earlier this month.
The measure came straight to the Senate floor Tuesday for an up-or-down vote on final passage. It does not need Trump s signature because it is a concurrent resolution.
But it does not have the force of law, even though it s been approved by both chambers.
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