Democrats demand House reconvene for War Powers vote

House Democrats are pressing Republican leaders to end the recess and reconvene the House to vote on a War Powers Resolution that would limit President Trump’s authority to expand military action. They say Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Republicans, including Senator John Thune, are blocking an immediate vote and delaying congressional oversight. Progressives and advocacy groups warn that each day of delay increases the risk of deeper U.S. involvement and more civilian lives lost. The outcome matters because it will determine whether Congress can check unilateral presidential war-making or allow further escalation.