Angus S. King, Jr.: Voted YES on SJRES 172: Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 172

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Independent, U.S. Senator, ME

Voted YES on Taking out of committee “a joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against...” (SJRES 172)

A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.

Jun 16, 2026

Did not pass. Motion failed: 47 yes, 47 no, 5 not voting

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A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.

Topic: International Affairs

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This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted. The resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending against an attack on the United States or its personnel or facilities in other nations.

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Sen. King, voted YES on taking out of committee “a joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against...” (SJRES 172)

Voted YES on Taking out of committee “a joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against...” (SJRES 172)

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Sen. King, voted YES on taking out of committee “a joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against...” (SJRES 172)

Voted YES on Taking out of committee “a joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against...” (SJRES 172)

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