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Senate Republicans hold new vote on war powers after Trump berated them at Capitol meeting
By Mary Clare Jalonick, Kevin Freking And Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 24, 2026
· 6 min read
Senate Republicans who were berated by President Donald Trump on Wednesday over opposition to his war in Iran held a late-night vote to try to appease him, voting down a war powers resolution a day after a similar measure passed. Trump harangued GOP senators face to face earlier in the day for al...
Key takeaway Rand Paul, a Republican who has repeatedly voted with Democrats to halt the war, voted present this time “to give the President more space and leverage to negotiate a lasting peace,” he said on X.
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For residents of Piney Point Village , the abrupt cancellation of the housing bill signing has significant implications. As a community within the Houston area, affordable housing is a pressing concern, with many residents struggling to find affordable options. The bipartisan measure that was set to be signed aimed to spur more home construction, which could have brought relief to local families. By prioritizing voter identification rules over housing, President Trump's decision may exacerbate the affordability issues that are already a leading concern for voters in the region. As midterm elections approach, local voters will be watching to see how their representatives respond to this development, and whether they can find a way to move forward on addressing the housing needs of the community. Texas Senator John Cornyn's comments on the need for unity among Republicans take on added significance in this context, as local voters look for leadership on issues that matter to them.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? Senate Republicans who were berated by President Donald Trump on Wednesday over opposition to his war in Iran held a late-night vote to try to appease him, voting down a war powers resolution a day after a similar measure passed. Trump harangued GOP senators face to face earlier in the day for al...
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