More GOP lawmakers break with Trump on Iran as gas prices keep climbing

By: Ashley Murray

Outlets: DC Bureau (States Newsroom)

Published: September 16, 2026

Words: 620

Last Updated: 2 days, 2 hours ago

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WASHINGTON — As the November midterms approach, vulnerable U.S. House Republicans voted late Tuesday to require congressional approval for President Donald Trump to continue his war in Iran.

Seven Republicans broke ranks and joined all Democrats to pass a War Powers Resolution sponsored by Rep. Seth Moulton, a Massachusetts Democrat. Tuesday’s vote marked the third time since June that the House passed a measure to curb Trump’s military powers in Iran. The war has dragged on …

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