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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 Houston / 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.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
The visit from President Donald Trump to Capitol Hill comes at a time when local implications are significant for Montgomery County residents. As Texas Sen. John Cornyn, who represents the Magnolia area, faces a new political landscape after losing his primary, his comments on unity take on added weight. The fact that Cornyn and Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy, both previously reliable votes for Trump's agenda, have become more critical of the president after endorsing primary challengers suggests a shift in the local political dynamic. With the midterm elections approaching, the ability of Trump and Senate Republicans to find common ground will be closely watched by Magnolia voters, who will be looking for signs of stability and effective governance from their representatives in Washington. The outcome of this meeting could have a direct impact on the local economy and community, making it a crucial moment for residents to pay attention to the developments in Capitol Hill.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / 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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