The US House of Representatives has voted 215-208 in favor of a Democrat-led war powers resolution that aims to limit President Donald Trump's military actions in Iran, requiring Congressional authorization for any further hostilities. This vote represents a significant rebuke to Trump, marking the first successful attempt to restrict his military engagement in the Middle East. Four Republicans sided with Democrats in this vote. However, the resolution still needs to pass in the Senate and could face a presidential veto. The growing unpopularity of the war among the American public, coupled with upcoming midterm elections, has prompted some Republicans to distance themselves from the conflict. Secretary of State Marco Rubio cautioned that the resolution could complicate ongoing peace negotiations with Iran, suggesting that it may signal to Iran that the US is less willing to take military action. The legal authority for military engagement remains contested, as Congress has not formally declared war, leading to ongoing debates about executive power in military matters.