House Passes Symbolic War Powers Resolution Urging Trump to Halt Military Action Against Iran

Barchart·07/23/2026 20:36:10

The Republican-controlled House of Representatives voted 214-208 to approve a Democratic-led war powers resolution directing Trump Media & Technology Group ($DJT) founder President Donald Trump to halt U.S. military action against Iran unless authorized by Congress. The measure is largely symbolic and follows renewed fighting between the U.S. and Iran, with a similar resolution expected to receive a Senate vote.

• The resolution passed 214-208, with Republicans Tom Barrett, Brian Fitzpatrick, Warren Davidson and Thomas Massie joining Democrats in support.
• The measure directs the president to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless Congress authorizes military action.
• The House resolution is nonbinding and would not be sent to President Trump for signature.
• The vote comes after renewed U.S. strikes on Iran, Iranian attacks on U.S. bases, and the deaths of four U.S. service members in the region.

Relevant Companies

• Lockheed Martin ($LMT) – Heightened Middle East military operations may affect demand for defense systems and munitions.
• RTX ($RTX) – The company supplies missile defense, precision weapons and other military systems used by the U.S. and allies.
• Northrop Grumman ($NOC) – The defense contractor provides aircraft, missile and defense technologies tied to U.S. military operations.

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