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Congress Takes a Stand on Iran Conflict

June 10, 2026

Three months into the conflict with Iran, U. S. lawmakers finally broke ranks to challenge President Trump’s handling of hostilities. Democrats and a small group of Republicans united behind measures to limit the president’s power to continue military actions without Congress’ approval—something the

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Why Some Democrats Opposed Tlaib’s Lebanon Resolution

June 5, 2026

A recent vote in the U. S. House showed sharp splits among Democrats over military action in Lebanon. Rep. Rashida Tlaib tried to push a resolution forcing the Trump administration to pull any U. S. troops out of Lebanon within a week. But her effort failed badly—only 91 Democrats backed it, while 1

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Who Decides When the U. S. Goes to War?

May 12, 2026

Back in 1942, Congress last officially declared war. Since then, presidents have sent troops overseas over 100 times without that same approval. The Constitution says Congress should handle war declarations, but presidents argue they can act fast when they see a threat. A 1973 law tried to fix this

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The Congress‑War Rule: A Check on Hot‑Headed Leaders

May 10, 2026

Congress has the exclusive right to say a country is at war. Presidents have often gone ahead anyway, starting fights before Congress says so. When a president acts alone, the nation risks being dragged into costly battles. The article points out that this rule exists to stop a leader who m

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The Iran Conflict: What Really Changed After 60 Days?

May 2, 2026

By the first week of May, exactly two months after the U. S. and Israel launched airstrikes on Iran, the White House declared the fighting "over. " Officially, they called it a terminated conflict. But was it really? Congress had a deadline to receive updates under the 1973 War Powers Resolution, de

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Why Congress Matters in War Decisions

January 27, 2026

Senator Lisa Murkowski is making waves by standing up for Congress's role in war decisions. She's been vocal about the need for Congress to approve military actions, especially in Venezuela. This isn't about politics; it's about following the Constitution. The U. S. has been taking actions that coul

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Political Stories That Slipped Under the Radar in 2025

January 1, 2026

In 2025, politics was a whirlwind, and many important stories got lost in the shuffle. Here are some key events that didn't get the attention they deserved. Congress took a backseat this year. Lawmakers passed fewer bills than ever before. In fact, they only enacted 61 laws, which is way less than

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Lawmakers Move to Stop Potential Venezuela Attack

November 7, 2025

Senators are set to vote on a resolution that could prevent President Trump from attacking Venezuela without Congress's say-so. This comes after officials admitted they lack legal grounds for striking Venezuelan land, despite recent U. S. strikes on boats near Venezuela's coast. The resolution, led

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When Leaders Fail: The Struggle for Power in America

November 2, 2025

Right now, millions of Americans are facing a tough time. About 42 million people might lose food assistance soon. Many of them are kids, seniors, and people with disabilities. Others work but still can't make ends meet. Private charities and some states are trying to help, but the problem is too bi

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Who's Really in Charge? Congress vs. Trump During the Shutdown

October 26, 2025

The U. S. government shutdown has sparked a heated debate about who holds the real power in Washington. While Congress is supposed to control federal spending, President Trump has been making bold moves that some say are pushing the boundaries of his authority. Congress is divided, with Democrats a

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