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Resolution would force withdrawal of U.S. forces from Iran conflict

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Sponsor: Cory A. Booker · Senator · NJ

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Official title: A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.

119th Congress

Topics: Security & foreign affairs

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This resolution would require the president to withdraw U.S. forces from combat against Iran unless Congress votes to authorize it.

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What does this do?

This resolution directs the president to remove U.S. military forces from combat operations in or against Iran unless Congress votes to declare war or authorize the use of force. It allows exceptions for self-defense, intelligence sharing about Iranian threats, and defensive military aid to allies like Israel.

Who does it affect?

Directly affects the president's authority to conduct military operations and U.S. troops involved in the Iran conflict. Also affects Iran, Israel, and other regional partner nations tied to U.S. defensive support.

Why does it matter?

It limits presidential military action without congressional approval and restricts what U.S. forces can continue doing in the region, though allied defense support would still be permitted.

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Based on the “Introduced in Senate” text of Mar 5, 2026.

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The last attempt failed: the Senate voted against bringing it out of committee, 47–53, on March 18, 2026.

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  1. IntroducedMar 5, 2026
  2. Senate committee
  3. Senate voteYou are here · Mar 18, 2026
  4. House
  5. The president's desk

Right now: the Senate has not agreed to take it up. The last motion to do so failed. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the president.

Latest action: — Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 53. Record Vote Number: 58.

Data as of October 9, 2026

Recorded votes

Roll-call votes recorded since January 3, 2025.

  1. Senate · · Roll call 58

    As recorded

    Question
    On the Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 118
    Result:
    Motion to Discharge Rejected
    47
    Nay
    53
    0
    0

    Republicans 1 yes, 52 no · Democrats 44 yes, 1 no · Independents 2 yes

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