Senate Allows Trump to Bomb Iran Without Congress Approval

The U.S. Senate rejected a proposal that would have prevented Donald Trump from ordering new military force against Iran without Congressional approval. The vote concluded with 53 against and 47 in favor.

The decision came hours after Trump indicated he would consider new bombings in Iran if Tehran begins enriching uranium to alarmingly high levels.

Democratic politicians expressed doubts about President Trump's assurances regarding the extent of damage to Iranian nuclear facilities.

Republican Senator Bill Hagerty argued that the proposal would prevent the president from taking swift action against U.S. adversaries.

Iran insists its nuclear program is for civilian purposes and denies accusations of seeking nuclear weapons.