Rand Paul: Voted YES on SJRES 181: Motion to Discharge S.J. Res. 181

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Defense and foreign affairs

Republican, U.S. Senator, KY

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 181)

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.

Jul 30, 2026

Did not pass. Motion failed: 49 yes, 50 no, 1 not voting

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Voted differently from most Republicans: 49 of 52 voted NO.
As of Jul 30, 2026Source: senate.gov(opens in a new tab)

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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.

Source: Congressional Research Service summary

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Sen. Paul 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 181)

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 181)

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Sen. Paul 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 181)

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 181)

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