Senate Votes to Curb Trump’s War Powers; Tech Stocks Fall; Flamingo for State Bird?

The U.S. Senate voted today to limit President Donald Trump’s ability to order military action against Iran. The resolution, which passed with bipartisan support, requires the president to seek congressional approval before any future hostilities. Lawmakers cited concerns about escalating conflict without a clear strategy. The measure now heads to the House of Representatives, where its fate is uncertain. Meanwhile, the selloff in U.S. technology stocks intensified. Major companies like Apple, Microsoft, and Amazon saw sharp declines as investors worried about high valuations and slowing growth. The Nasdaq index fell more than 2% in afternoon trading, extending a week-long slump. In Florida, a different kind of debate is heating up. Some residents are pushing to replace the northern mockingbird with the flamingo as the official state bird. Supporters argue the pink bird is more iconic and better represents Florida’s tropical image. Opponents say the mockingbird is a native species, while flamingos are only seasonal visitors. The proposal has not yet been voted on by the state legislature.