On July 23, 2026, the House of Representatives voted 214-208 to approve a nonbinding resolution aimed at ending U.S. military involvement in the Iran war, directing President Donald Trump to withdraw armed forces from hostilities. Four Republicans joined all Democrats in supporting the measure. In contrast, the Senate voted 47-49 against a joint resolution that would have had the force of law, with one Republican, Senator Susan Collins of Maine, voting in favor alongside most Democrats. The Senate's resolution was subject to a presidential veto.
The votes reflect a push by Democrats to hold Republicans accountable for their stance on the unpopular conflict ahead of the midterm elections. Some Senate Republicans, including Senators Thom Tillis and John Curtis, have expressed that military action should not extend beyond 60 days without congressional approval, yet both voted against the resolution to end the war. Tillis stated that the 60-day period began in July, not earlier, and emphasized the need for Congress to authorize military action once the deadline is reached.
House Republicans have shown a willingness to support Trump regarding the 60-day deadline, but the vote indicated a significant level of discontent with the war among the public and some lawmakers. Representative Gregory Meeks, a Democrat, noted that the vote reflects a growing consensus in Congress against the conflict, which he characterized as a war of choice.
Democrats plan to utilize various legislative tools to pressure the administration to end the war, including potential funding restrictions. The House previously passed a similar resolution in June, indicating ongoing efforts to challenge the war's continuation. Public sentiment against the Iran war is high, with many Americans expressing opposition, including some Republican voters who previously supported Trump’s calls to end prolonged military engagements.