US President Donald Trump slams a US House vote that calls for ending US hostilities with Iran, describing the move as “unpatriotic” and saying it occurs amid his “final negotiations” with Tehran. The vote, passed on Wednesday by 215-208, directs the White House to remove US forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran. The measure is largely symbolic and is set to move to the Senate, where it would face an expected presidential veto.
Several outlets report that the resolution marks the first time the Republican-controlled House approved an effort to force Trump to wind down military operations against Iran since the conflict began in late February. Democrats argue the strikes launched alongside Israel in late February lacked congressional authorization and that Trump is violating the constitution and the War Powers Act. Under the War Powers framework, presidents are expected to obtain congressional approval within 60 days after introducing forces into hostilities; Democrats say that deadline has passed.
Trump argues the vote could disrupt negotiations, and he also criticizes lawmakers—saying four Republicans who backed the measure joined Democrats.
