House Narrowly Supports Trump's Military Defiance

The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly voted to support President Donald Trump's military campaign against Iran, defeating a Democratic-led resolution that sought to require congressional approval for continued hostilities. The resolution was defeated by a slim margin of 214 to 213 in the Republican-majority chamber, following a similar defeat in the Senate.

The vote largely followed party lines, with only one Republican opposing the measure and one voting present. One Democrat also voted against it, demonstrating ongoing Republican backing for Trump's actions despite Democratic caution about constitutional issues concerning war powers.

Democrats argue that the Constitution grants Congress the authority to declare war, urging the president to seek authorization for military force. Nevertheless, the White House and Trump's Republican allies assert that his military maneuvers are lawful and appropriate for the president to protect national security.