Articles tagged with "US Senate"

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US Senator Tim Kaine speaks following the Senate's vote on the War Powers resolution, at the US Capitol in Washington, DC on February 13, 2020. (Photo by MANDEL NGAN/AFP)

US Senate moves to restrict unauthorized hostilities against Iran

The Senate has approved a procedural step to limit unauthorized US hostilities against Iran. However, the resolution still has to pass a final vote in both chambers of Congress and likely presidential opposition.

May 22, 2026

US Senate unanimously endorses repeal of 2002 Iraq war resolution

Congress is set to withdraw the 2002 Iraq War authorization with bipartisan support, formally ending the conflict and reinforcing congressional war powers, as Iraq is now seen as a strategic US ally.

October 10, 2025

Democratic-led US Senate resolution seeks recognition of Palestinian state

Democrat Jeff Merkley, who is leading the effort, says, "America has a responsibility to lead, and the time to act is now."

September 19, 2025