Democrats in the United States Senate have initiated a sixth vote on the War Powers Resolution aimed at restricting President Donald Trump’s military actions in Iran. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced that the vote would take place this week, emphasizing the need to reassert congressional authority over war decisions.

Schumer questioned whether Republicans would continue to support Trump after what he described as a reckless and unpopular 60-day conflict. Under the US Constitution, the power to declare war lies with Congress, not the president. Democrats have accused the Trump administration of conducting military operations in Iran without congressional approval.

Previous attempts by Democrats to pass similar resolutions in both the Senate and the House of Representatives have failed. Despite these setbacks, they are pressing ahead with another vote to increase pressure on the administration and reaffirm legislative oversight of military engagements.