On June 16, 2026, the Senate did not advance a measure that would have directed President Trump to withdraw U.S. forces from hostilities against Iran. Four Republican senators—Rand Paul (Kentucky), Susan Collins (Maine), Lisa Murkowski (Alaska), and Bill Cassidy (Louisiana)—voted in favor of the motion, which was sponsored by Senator Raphael Warnock (Democrat, Georgia).
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Senate does not advance measure for Trump to withdraw U.S. forces from Iran
The Senate failed to advance a measure that would require President Trump to withdraw U.S. forces from Iran on June 16, 2026. Four Republican senators supported the motion, which was sponsored by Senator Raphael Warnock.
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Senate fails to advance measure directing Trump to end Iran conflict despite four GOP defections
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