The US Senate has just taken one of its most serious steps yet toward reining in the president's military power, advancing a resolution aimed at stopping President Donald Trump from launching any more strikes against Iran. Nearly three months into a highly debated conflict, the move underlines how uneasy Congress has become with the White House acting on its own.
In a rare break from strict party lines, four Republican senators teamed up with Democrats to pull a key war powers measure out of committee. The procedural vote passed 50 to 47, marking a major moment for lawmakers who want to reclaim their constitutional role in deciding when the country gets involved in overseas conflicts.
