US Senate Rejects Attempt to Limit Trump's War Powers Against Iran
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The US Senate has rejected a proposal to restrict President Donald Trump's military authority regarding Iran, allowing him to continue operations without Congressional approval beyond the standard 60-day limit. The decision gives Trump broader discretion to conduct military actions against Iran without seeking additional authorization from Congress. Under normal procedures, the War Powers Resolution requires presidents to obtain Congressional approval for military operations that extend beyond 60 days, but the Senate's rejection of the limitation measure effectively removes this constraint for Iran-related operations.