Congress passes war powers measure for first time, rebuking Trump's war with Iran (opens original article in a new tab)

Congress passed a war powers measure to end US military action against Iran, marking the first such approval since 1973, as the White House argues no hostilities exist due to a ceasefire.

• Congress passed a war powers measure, the first since 1973, directing the president to end military action against Iran.
• White House claims no hostilities exist to withdraw from due to a ceasefire, noting two Republican senators were absent.
• Four Republican senators joined Democrats in supporting the resolution, highlighting internal party divisions ahead of midterms.