Trump, Cassidy clash over war Iran powers vote in closed-door Senate meeting
During a closed-door lunch with Senate Republicans, President Donald Trump and Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA) had a heated exchange regarding a war powers resolution aimed at withdrawing U.S. forces from Iran. The resolution passed the Senate the day before the confrontation, highlighting tensions within Republican ranks about military engagement in Iran.
Cassidy, who supported the resolution, acknowledged the shouting match but did not provide further details. The incident emphasizes the ongoing debate within U.S. politics surrounding military actions and foreign policy in the Middle East.