House Republicans Postpone War Powers Iran Resolution Vote to June

House Republican leaders canceled a scheduled vote Thursday on a resolution that would require President Donald Trump to end military hostilities with Iran unless he obtains congressional authorization. The vote was postponed until early June, after lawmakers return from a Memorial Day recess. The decision came as it became clear the measure likely had enough support to pass, marking a significant shift in congressional dynamics regarding the ongoing conflict.

The resolution, sponsored by Democratic Representative Gregory Meeks, invokes the 1973 War Powers Resolution, which generally requires a president to terminate unauthorized military engagements within 60 days. U.S. offensive operations against Iran began on February 28. While a ceasefire was declared on April 7, exchanges of fire have continued and large-scale combat operations could resume.

Democratic lawmakers sharply criticized the cancellation. Meeks stated that supporters had the votes without question and accused Republican leadership of playing a political game. In a joint statement, top House Democratic leaders labeled the cancellation cowardly, arguing the resolution would have passed with bipartisan support. They...