4 Republicans help House Democrats pass Iran war powers resolution

The House on Thursday passed a Democratic-backed war powers resolution aimed at limiting President Trump’s military action in Iran.

The lower chamber voted 214-208 to pass the resolution, sponsored by Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.). Four Republicans joined all Democrats in supporting the measure: Reps. Tom Barrett (R-Mich.), Warren Davidson (R-Ohio), Thomas Massie (Ky.) and Brian Fitzpatrick (Pa.).

The latest push comes amid a rising death toll among U.S. service members during renewed fighting between the U.S. and Tehran. Eighteen troops have died since the U.S. and Israel launched joint strikes against Iran in February. 

“This is a vote of conscience. This is a vote that requires us to find the strength to do what is right for the American people, and to send the clearest, even stronger message to this president of the United States that the United States Congress, the House of Representatives, is reasserting our authority over war. This war must........

© The Hill