Senate Republicans vote down legislation to halt Iran war in Congress’ first vote on the conflict

March 04, 2026

Senate Republicans voted down an effort Wednesday to halt President Trump’s war against Iran, demonstrating early support for a conflict that has rapidly spread across the Middle East with no clear U.S. exit strategy.

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