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The resolution, adopted with four members of Trump’s Republican Party joining Democrats, was largely symbolic, as the US president can veto the measure if it gains Senate approval.
US President Donald Trump. (Reuters Image)
In a big setback to President Donald Trump, the US House of Representatives passed a resolution on Wednesday directing the withdrawal of American troops from the Iran war.
The resolution passed by a 215-208 vote, with four Republicans – Representatives Thomas Massie, Brian Fitzpatrick, Tom Barrett and Warren Davidson – joining all Democrats in support.
The resolution was introduced by New York Democratic Rep. Gregory Meeks, the ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee.
Democrats have repeatedly forced votes to limit Trump’s war powers in both the House and the Senate – a campaign that has gradually picked up more GOP support in recent weeks.
Will This Resolution End The Middle Conflict?
The resolution is largely symbolic as the US president can veto the measure if it gains Senate approval.
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