Senate rejects measure to limit presidential war powers against Iran

The U.S. Senate voted down a measure that would have required congressional approval before the president could take military action against Iran. The vote failed to pass, meaning the president retains the authority to initiate such action without first getting permission from Congress.

Some Democratic senators had vowed to stall other Senate business until the administration provided more information about its plans regarding Iran. Despite this, the measure to curb the president's war powers did not get enough votes to advance. The House of Representatives also reportedly rejected a similar proposal.

The outcome leaves the existing legal framework in place, where the president can order military strikes without a prior congressional declaration of war. The vote reflects the ongoing debate in Congress over the balance of power between the legislative and executive branches on matters of war and peace.