With Murkowski’s help, Senate votes to restrain Trump’s power to wage war on Iran

U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski at the Alaska State Capitol in March.
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Senate voted Tuesday to curtail President Trump’s use of military force, telling him to cease hostilities against Iran unless Congress explicitly authorizes it.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski was among four Republicans who voted with Democrats to pass the resolution, 50-48.
The House passed the resolution weeks ago. It likely does not have the force of law but its passage is a blow to Trump and a reflection of