Senate Votes on War Powers as Trump's Iran Campaign Escalates
March 4, 2026·about 2 hours ago·via The Hill

Congress is moving to rein in President Trump's military authority in Iran as US and Israeli strikes enter their fifth day. Democratic Senator Tim Kaine is forcing a Senate vote on a war powers resolution that would require congressional approval for further military action, though passage faces steep odds in the GOP-led chamber. Trump has warned Operation Epic Fury could last up to four weeks, with some lawmakers questioning whether Iran truly posed an imminent threat.