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May 13, 2026 The Senate rejected a war powers resolution to end U.S. involvement in Iran Tier 1 · Primary Institutions and Governance
The vote left military action in place and showed Congress failing to reassert its institutional role over hostilities.
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- Senate Rejects War Powers Resolution to End US Involvement in Iran — On May 12, 2026, the US Senate voted 49-50 against a war powers resolution aimed at ending American involvement in the conflict with Iran.
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Week 69 – 2026-05-09–2026-05-15
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