BREAKING: The Senate held its first vote to advance a bipartisan bill that would bring an official end to the Gulf and Iraq wars, teeing up the legislation for a final vote in the coming days.
Lawmakers voted 68-27, with 19 Republicans joining Democrats, to begin debate on repealing the authorizations for the use of military force passed in 1991 and 2002 that paved the way for the United States to get involved in the Middle East wars. The vote marks the first procedural hurdle lawmakers must face to push the legislation through the upper chamber, setting the stage for amendments to be introduced over the next week.
One amendment lawmakers may consider is language that would clarify the president’s authority when it comes to military action. The legislation seeks to reduce the president’s unilateral authority to deploy troops, marking an effort by lawmakers to reassert congressional authority over declarations of war.
“Later this month, we will mark the 20th anniversary of the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq. Today, Iraq is a partner of the United States and critical to efforts to counter Iran,” Sen. Todd Young , the second author of the bill, said in a statement. “Repealing these outdated AUMFs will demonstrate America’s commitment to Iraqi sovereignty. Just as important, it is vital to restoring the proper role of Congress in authorizing the use of military force and affirmatively stating when conflicts are over.
Sen. Tim Kaine , a lead co-sponsor of the legislation, told the Washington Examiner last week at least 65 senators are expected to back the bill, all but guaranteeing its passage.
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