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Donald Trump says decision on ‘massive attack’ against Iran is close
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Left(21)
The GuardianAJul 23, 4:58 PM
Donald Trump says decision on ‘massive attack’ against Iran is close
President’s remarks follow Houthi strikes on Saudi tankers in the Red Sea and oil prices rising past $100 a barrel again Middle East crisis live – latest updates Donald Trump has said he is close to
Drop Site NewsBJul 22, 3:59 PM
Trump threatens Iran’s bridges and power plants over Hormuz; U.S. and Saudi agree to nuclear deal; RSF drone kills 21 in North Darfur
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TruthoutCJul 23, 8:16 PM
Trump Threatens “Massive” Attack of Unprecedented Proportion on Iran
The president said that Iran “wants to negotiate,” but “they haven’t received enough pain yet.”
HaaretzBJul 23, 8:01 PM
House passes, Senate rejects a resolution seeking to halt military action in Iran as the conflict escalates
The 214-208 vote requiring congressional approval for the war came just before the Senate narrowly rejected a similar resolution, 47-49. The war has had 'no clear mission, no strategy, no end goal,' s
New York TimesAJul 23, 6:17 PM
House Rebukes Trump on Iran in War Powers Vote as Senate Blocks Debate
For the second time, a few House Republicans joined Democrats to back a measure calling on the president to seek authorization for the war.
The NationBJul 23, 12:30 PM
War House
Michel Moro Gómez When monuments to democracy become monuments to war. The post War House appeared first on The Nation.
Louisiana IlluminatorBJul 23, 8:35 PM
House, Senate split on ending Trump’s war in Iran, as gas prices rise
A day after President Trump attended the dignified transfer of the remains of four U.S. service members killed as a result of the Iran conflict, the two chambers of Congress were at odds over whether
Wisconsin ExaminerBJul 23, 8:32 PM
US House and Senate split on ending Trump’s war in Iran, as gas prices rise
WASHINGTON — One day after President Donald Trump attended the dignified transfer of the remains of four U.S. service members killed as a result of the Iran conflict, the two chambers of Congress were
Tennessee LookoutBJul 23, 8:29 PM
US House and Senate split on ending Trump’s war in Iran, as gas prices rise
WASHINGTON — One day after President Donald Trump attended the dignified transfer of the remains of four U.S. service members killed as a result of the Iran conflict, the two chambers of Congress were
Florida PhoenixBJul 23, 8:20 PM
US House and Senate split on ending Trump’s war in Iran, as gas prices rise
WASHINGTON — One day after President Donald Trump attended the dignified transfer of the remains of four U.S. service members killed as a result of the Iran conflict, the two chambers of Congress were
Kansas ReflectorBJul 23, 8:14 PM
US House and Senate split on ending Trump’s war in Iran, as gas prices rise
WASHINGTON — One day after President Donald Trump attended the dignified transfer of the remains of four U.S. service members killed as a result of the Iran conflict, the two chambers of Congress were
Iowa Capital DispatchBJul 23, 8:11 PM
US House and Senate split on ending Trump’s war in Iran, as gas prices rise
WASHINGTON — One day after President Donald Trump attended the dignified transfer of the remains of four U.S. service members killed as a result of the Iran conflict, the two chambers of Congress were
Nebraska ExaminerBJul 23, 8:06 PM
US House and Senate split on ending Trump’s war in Iran, as gas prices rise
WASHINGTON — One day after President Donald Trump attended the dignified transfer of the remains of four U.S. service members killed as a result of the Iran conflict, the two chambers of Congress were
Michigan AdvanceBJul 23, 8:03 PM
US House and Senate split on ending Trump’s war in Iran, as gas prices rise
WASHINGTON — One day after President Donald Trump attended the dignified transfer of the remains of four U.S. service members killed as a result of the Iran conflict, the two chambers of Congress were
Talking Points MemoBJul 22, 9:15 PM
A Key House Dem Breaks Down the White House’s ‘Unfathomable’ Iran War Funding Requests
Weeks after the Iran War began, Rep. Joe Morelle (D-NY) predicted to TPM that it would become a billion-dollar-a-day “mess.”...
The New RepublicBJul 23, 2:53 PM
Four Republicans Join All Democrats to Order Trump to End Iran War
Four Republicans joined every Democrat in the House of Representatives Thursday to pass a war powers resolution to rein in President Trump on the Iran war. The resolution passed 214-208, with Republi
NBC NewsBJul 23, 6:20 PM
House votes to end Iran war, but Senate Republicans vote to let Trump continue waging it
The House approved a nonbinding proposal to end the Iran war, directing President Donald Trump to remove armed forces from hostilities.
NPRAJul 23, 5:35 PM
For a 2nd time, House approves resolution to end the war in Iran in a rebuke to Trump
Four Republicans joined Democrats to approve the measure. And while it is not legally binding, the resolution represents growing frustration inside Congress over the war.
Democracy DocketBJul 22, 9:22 PM
House passes SAVE America Act anti-voting measures in budget reconciliation, stock trading bills - Democracy Docket
House passes SAVE America Act anti-voting measures in budget reconciliation, stock trading bills Democracy Docket
Rolling StoneCJul 21, 8:48 PM
Hegseth Says Trump Should Be Praised for Starting Iran War
The Pentagon chief was on Capitol Hill asking for a whopping $1.5 trillion in funding
Democracy Now!BJul 22, 12:42 PM
"Unlimited Money for Bombs": Democrats Slam Hegseth for Seeking $67B for Iran War
The U.S. is continuing to strike Iran for an 11th straight day. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday revealed the cost of the war on Iran has soared to over $37 billion during an appearance befor
Center(9)
AxiosAJul 23, 3:28 PM
Exclusive: Trump "close" to decision on "massive attack" on Iran
President Trump told Axios on Thursday that he's seriously considering restarting major combat operations in Iran — including strikes that would be bigger than the ones carried out during Operation Ep
Roll CallAJul 23, 1:15 PM
Trump linked Iran’s Hormuz attacks, midterms. Senators have doubts
Some foreign-policy-minded senators are dismissing President Donald Trump’s assessment that Iranian officials have been disrupting the Strait of Hormuz to influence the midterm elections. Several sena
Military.comBJul 23, 4:25 PM
House Again Passes Resolution Seeking to Halt Military Action in Iran as Some Republicans Defect
The resolution narrowly passed after a handful of Republicans voted with Democrats to end the war.
PBS NewsHourAJul 23, 4:19 PM
Some House Republicans defect to again pass resolution seeking to halt military action in Iran
The House on Thursday narrowly passed a resolution to halt U.S. military action in Iran, sending a warning to President Donald Trump for the second time as the war has escalated and the future of the
AxiosAJul 23, 2:34 PM
House rebukes Trump's war in Iran
The House on Thursday passed a resolution to rein in President Trump's military campaign in Iran. Why it matters: It's Congress' second successful rebuke of Trump's Iran war effort, reflecting growing
Roll CallAJul 23, 11:37 AM
Congress splits on two war powers resolution votes
The House and Senate, in votes Thursday on ending the Iran war, came to different conclusions, but the majority of voting members of Congress said it is time to bring U.S. troops home. The House, for
The HillBJul 23, 7:39 PM
Live updates: House OKs, Senate rejects war powers resolution; DOJ will drop New York Times subpoenas
President Trump is threatening to intensify the war with Iran as some Republican lawmakers urge him to “finish the job,” but there is also widespread skepticism on Capitol Hill on both sides of the ai
ReutersAJul 23, 3:12 PM
US House votes to halt Iran war, in another symbolic rebuke of Trump - Reuters
US House votes to halt Iran war, in another symbolic rebuke of Trump Reuters
USA TodayBJul 22, 4:06 PM
House passes bill that could save Louisiana’s sagging shrimp industry - New Orleans CityBusiness
House passes bill that could save Louisiana’s sagging shrimp industry New Orleans CityBusiness
Right(13)
The Jerusalem PostBJul 23, 6:51 PM
Trump says he is close to launching 'massive attack' on Iran, 'bigger than ever before'
"I am considering a massive attack. Bigger than ever before. I am close to making a decision. We are all set for it," the US president told Axios.
ZeroHedgeDJul 23, 5:15 PM
Trump "Close" To Ordering "Massive Attack Greater Than Anything Before" On Iran
Trump "Close" To Ordering "Massive Attack Greater Than Anything Before" On Iran Summary Trump escalates warnings of "massive attack": Trump threatened to hold Iran responsible for future
The American ConservativeBJul 22, 5:20 PM
Iran War Day 145: Trump: U.S to Bomb Bridges and Power Plants if Iran’s Hormuz Attacks Continue
State of the Union: Iran retaliated against American strikes with missile and drone launches against Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait. The post Iran War Day 145: Trump: U.S to Bomb Bridges and Power Plants
TownhallDJul 23, 6:15 PM
Trump Threatens 'Massive Attack' on Iran — 'They Haven’t Received Enough Pain Yet'
The Western JournalDJul 23, 6:38 PM
House Passes Iran War Powers Resolution After 4 Republicans Vote with Democrats
On Thursday, House Democrats succeeded in adopting an entirely symbolic resolution designed to curtail President Donald Trump’s Iran war powers. According to The Hill, four Republicans joined their De
The Gateway PunditDJul 23, 5:40 PM
JUST IN: Senate Blocks Iran War Powers Resolution to Restrain Trump After These Four House Republicans Vote with Dems to Advance Measure
The US Senate on Thursday rejected an Iran war powers resolution to restrain President Trump in a 47 to 49 vote. The post JUST IN: Senate Blocks Iran War Powers Resolution to Restrain Trump After Thes
TownhallDJul 23, 5:15 PM
These Four Republicans Joined Democrats to Block Trump's Military Action in Iran
The National PulseDJul 23, 3:10 PM
House Votes to Limit Trump’s Iran War Powers After Four Republicans Join Dems.
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a war powers resolution on Thursday aimed at limiting President Donald J. Trump's ability to wage war against the Islamic Republic of Iran without congressiona
Hot AirCJul 23, 8:40 PM
Four Republicans Hand Pramila Jayapal a Big Victory on Iran
The New York SunAJul 23, 5:58 PM
Congress Split on War Powers Resolutions, With House Passing but Senate Rejecting Respective Measures - The New York Sun
Congress Split on War Powers Resolutions, With House Passing but Senate Rejecting Respective Measures The New York Sun
AMAC NewslineCJul 23, 7:37 PM
House Passes Stop Insider Trading Act
The House has passed the Stop Insider Trading Act, a bill that would restrict members of Congress and their families from purchasing individual stocks while serving in office.
American GreatnessCJul 23, 7:57 AM
Morning Greatness: House Passes Bill to Ban Members From Buying Stock
Good Thursday morning. Here is what’s on President Trump’s agenda today: 2:30 PM THE PRESIDENT makes an Announcement on the Ratepayer Protection Pledge 4:30 PM […] Source
The National InterestBJul 22, 9:45 PM
Pete Hegseth Wants More Money for the Iran War. Will the Senate Agree?
Hegseth requested an additional $21 billion for ongoing operations in Iran, but had several testy exchanges with Senate Democrats critical of his conduct. The post Pete Hegseth Wants More Money for th
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