Dems’ Attempt To Curb Trump’s War Powers Fails

House Republicans blocked Democrats’ latest attempt to rein in President Donald Trump’s war powers Thursday, brushing aside a bid to force congressional approval for any further military action as a two-week ceasefire with Iran holds. Democrats, led by Rep. Glenn Ivey of Maryland, tried to advance a war powers resolution by unanimous consent during a pro forma session. But Rep. Chris Smith, R-N.J., who was presiding, ended the session before recognizing Ivey. The measure, backed by House Democratic leadership, would have aimed to shut down the Iran conflict and prevent Trump from taking additional military action without Congress signing off first. After Smith adjourned, Ivey blasted the move outside the chamber. “Congress needs to consider this. The time has come. The time has come,” Ivey