Senate Blocks Resolution Limiting Trump’s Iran War Powers

That law requires Congress to review certain agreements related to Iran’s nuclear program before sanctions relief can take effect.

Administration officials argued that the resolution was unnecessary and maintained that portions of the War Powers Resolution are unconstitutional.

Officials also contended that an April ceasefire changed the timeline governing congressional authorization requirements.

Those legal arguments were not directly addressed during Tuesday’s vote because the measure failed to advance.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer indicated that