Republicans block effort to halt Trump's war with Iran after 'civilization' threat
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WASHINGTON — House Democrats unsuccessfully tried to pass a resolution to halt President Donald Trump’s war with Iran on Thursday — a response to his shocking threat two days earlier to annihilate “a whole civilization.” Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. House and Senate members are at the tail end of a two-week spring recess, but Rep.
AI Summary
Main Idea: House Democrats tried to stop President Donald Trump’s war actions against Iran, but Republicans blocked the move as Trump’s threats raised fears of wider conflict.
Key Points:
- Democrats returned to Washington to try to pass a resolution halting Trump’s military action against Iran.
- The effort failed in a brief House session when the Republican lawmaker presiding did not call on Rep. Glenn Ivey.
- Trump had warned Iran of devastating strikes and spoke about severe punishment unless a deal was reached.
- Democrats say Congress should use its war powers, and some are also calling for the 25th Amendment to be used against Trump.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
Trump’s Iran threats and the blocked war powers vote could raise gas prices, unsettle markets, and increase the risk of a wider conflict that strains households and small businesses.
Positive Impact
Congress may still force a vote next week, which could add oversight and reduce the chance of sudden US military action.
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- Primary:President Donald Trumpperson
- Major:Representative Glenn Iveyperson
Candidate Entities11 candidates · 5 weighted vote min · 70% decision
- President Donald TrumppersonPrimaryEvaluated
Central actor whose war threats, ceasefire statement, and Iran policy drive the article.
Include 0 (0%)Ignore 0 (0%)5 to threshold - Representative Glenn IveypersonMajorEvaluated
Named Democrat leading the failed House effort to halt the war and speaking prominently about Congress stepping in.
Include 0 (0%)Ignore 0 (0%)5 to threshold - Representative Chris SmithpersonMajorAI selected
Named Republican presiding over the pro forma session and ending it without recognizing the Democratic motion.
Include 0 (0%)Ignore 0 (0%)5 to threshold - Representative Madeleine DeanpersonMajorAI selected
Named Democrat publicly urging Republicans and other officials to act against Trump.
Include 0 (0%)Ignore 0 (0%)5 to threshold - Senator Chris MurphypersonMajorAI selected
Named senator helping lead the upcoming war powers push and quoted in the Democrats’ statement.
Include 0 (0%)Ignore 0 (0%)5 to threshold - Senator Cory BookerpersonMajorAI selected
Named senator helping lead the upcoming war powers push and quoted in the Democrats’ statement.
Include 0 (0%)Ignore 0 (0%)5 to threshold - Senator Tim KainepersonMajorAI selected
Named senator helping lead the upcoming war powers push and quoted in the Democrats’ statement.
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