US House Votes to Limit Trump’s War Powers on Iran, Approves $1 Trillion Defense Bill

The US House of Representatives has approved a measure to limit President Donald Trump’s authority to launch military action against Iran, passing the bill by a vote of 214 to 208. The legislation requires congressional approval before any offensive operations can begin. In the same session, the House also passed a defense policy package worth more than $1 trillion. Lawmakers additionally approved extra funding to cover costs related to any potential conflict with Iran. The vote reflects ongoing concerns among lawmakers about the scope of presidential war powers. The bills now move to the Senate for further consideration.