US House Votes Again to Limit Trump on Iran
The US House passed a second resolution to limit Trump's military action in Iran. The vote was 214-208.
Four Republicans joined Democrats to support it. They were Brian Fitzpatrick, Warren Davidson, Tom Barrett and Thomas Massie.
This is the second time in two months the House voted to limit Trump's power on Iran. The vote comes during the 12th night of US strikes on Iran.
The conflict has now lasted 145 days. Meanwhile Iran's allies the Houthis in Yemen claimed strikes on Saudi oil tankers.
The attacks happened in the Red Sea. These attacks pushed the price of Brent crude oil above $100 a barrel.
The tanker attacks have raised concerns about regional stability. They have also raised concerns about energy security.
Klear Note — The House can vote to limit a president's military powers. This is the second such vote in two months on Iran. Oil prices affect gas costs at pumps worldwide.
Key Terms 3
- War powers resolution A law limiting a president's power to use military force.
- Houthis An armed group in Yemen allied with Iran.
- Brent crude A major type of oil used to set global oil prices.