House to Vote on Ending U.S. Involvement in Iran

The House of Representatives is scheduled to vote on a resolution that instructs President Trump to either withdraw U.S. forces from Iran or seek congressional approval to continue military action. The resolution was initially set to pass in May but was delayed by Republican leaders to prevent a defeat for the party and the president.

Adopting the resolution would challenge Mr. Trump’s approach to the war, as he has frequently resisted congressional efforts to limit his authority. Although Republicans postponed the vote earlier, they have now run out of time, partly due to the War Powers Resolution requiring timely consideration of such matters.

Previously, a similar resolution narrowly failed in the House, indicating growing opposition to the military actions in Iran, now into their fourth month. Recently, some divisions have emerged between congressional Republicans and the president on different issues, such as security funding and financial compensation plans orchestrated by the Justice Department.

While passing the resolution could signal dissent within the Republican Party, its effectiveness in legally obligating a troop withdrawal remains uncertain. Mr. Trump and his aides argue that congressional attempts to restrict his war powers are unconstitutional. However, a recent Senate vote demonstrated some Republican willingness to oppose the ongoing conflict, reflecting public sentiment that questions its value.

Robert Jimison and Megan Mineiro report on congressional defense and foreign policy issues for The Times.