The US House of Representatives passed a resolution that seeks to halt President Donald Trump from taking further military action in Iran. The 215-208 vote was successful after four Republicans joined Democrats in a rare public show of disapproval of the war, which began in February. This is the fourth attempt by the House to rein in Trump’s war powers, which critics say lack congressional approval.

 

The House resolution still needs approval from the Republican-controlled US Senate. Even if it were successful in the Senate, the measure is unlikely to fully curb military action against Iran. Trump could veto the measure, which would require a two-thirds majority in both chambers to nullify.

 

The Senate advanced a similar resolution in May, after seven previous failed attempts, but it has yet to reach a full floor vote. In the House, Republicans Thomas Massie, Brian Fitzpatrick, Tom Barrett, and Warren Davidson joined a united front with Democrats to pass yesterday’s resolution. Democrat Jared Golden of Maine, who had previously voted against similar measures, gave his support this time.