Senate Rejects Democratic Bid to End Iran Conflict for 5th Time

Sen. Rand Paul was the only Republican to vote in favor of ending the war, while Sen. John Fetterman was the only Democrat to vote against.

The U.S. Capitol building on April 22, 2026. Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times

For the fifth time, the Republican-controlled U.S. Senate voted Wednesday to reject attempts by the Democrats to end U.S. military involvement in Iran.

The GOP voted down the War Powers Resolution with a 51–46 vote. The resolution directed the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.