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General Category => Politics/Government => Topic started by: Chosen Daughter on February 14, 2020, 03:48:53 am

Title: Senate rebukes Trump, votes to limit Iran war making ability
Post by: Chosen Daughter on February 14, 2020, 03:48:53 am: Senate rebukes Trump, votes to limit Iran war making ability

Patricia Zengerle

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Senate passed legislation on Thursday to limit President Donald Trumpâ€™s ability to wage war against Iran, rebuking him weeks after a strike against an Iranian military commander and Tehranâ€™s retaliation raised fears of broader regional conflict.

Eight of Trumpâ€™s fellow Republicans joined Democrats to pass the war powers resolution by 55-45. The measure would require Trump to remove U.S. troops engaged in hostilities against Iran unless Congress declares war or passes a specific authorization for the use of military force.

https://www.reuters.com/article/us-mideast-crisis-congress-idUSKBN2072NX (https://www.reuters.com/article/us-mideast-crisis-congress-idUSKBN2072NX)
Title: Re: Senate rebukes Trump, votes to limit Iran war making ability
Post by: Chosen Daughter on February 14, 2020, 03:50:46 am: Eight more enemies for Trump. I read someone suggesting a third term for Trump. His AG is scolding him. Republican Senate doesn't even trust him.
Title: Re: Senate rebukes Trump, votes to limit Iran war making ability
Post by: Just_Victor on February 14, 2020, 02:04:41 pm: Uhm, the president can veto this legislation, and without a 2/3rds majority it's still just hot air.
Title: Re: Senate rebukes Trump, votes to limit Iran war making ability
Post by: Formerly Once-Ler on February 14, 2020, 05:47:51 pm: Our legislative branch is neutered. Even with stuff they agree on they can't actually pass crap. Just make Trump King already.