Senate panel advances bill to repeal Iraq and Gulf war authorizations

TA bipartisan bill was introduced by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee that would eliminate a pair authorizations for the use of military force That would officially end the Gulf- and Iraqi wars.

Six lawmakers introduced a bill to repeal the 2002 and 1991 laws last month. AUMFs That allowed the U.S. military the ability to start using force in Middle East wars. Progress in the bill is a sign of a shift. Some Republicans have joined with their Democratic colleagues to call for the reining down on U.S. forces abroad.

BIPARTISAN GROUP OF SENATORS REVIVE EFFORTS TO END GULF AND IRAQ WARS

“Later this month, we will mark the 20th anniversary of the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq. Today, Iraq is a partner of the United States and critical to efforts to counter Iran,” Sen. Todd Young In a statement, Senator (R-IN), who was one of the bill’s authors, stated. “Repealing these outdated AUMFs will demonstrate America’s commitment to Iraqi sovereignty. Just an important, it is vital to restoring the proper role of Congress in authorizing the use of military force and affirmatively stating when conflicts are over.”

On Wednesday, 13-8 votes were cast in favor of the bill by the Foreign Relations Committee. The legislation will now be brought before the Senate’s full membership over the following weeks. The measure, if passed by the Foreign Relations Committee with a 13-8 vote on Wednesday would end the conflict and reduce the president’s unilateral power to send troops. This is in response to lawmakers trying to restore congressional control over war declarations.

Both AUMFs allowed military force to be used in the Gulf and Iraq Wars. Congress Despite the fact that the conflicts ended years ago, Congress has failed to remove the authorizations. In an attempt to avoid this, Congress members have tried to revive efforts for ending military declarations. “potential misuse” Future presidents.

House lawmakers approved a bill that repealed the AUMFs. But, the Senate was deadlocked and the legislation failed to get a vote. Supporters of the legislation claim they are confident that they will have the votes necessary to defeat a filibuster, and allow a vote within the next few weeks.

Sen. Tim Kaine (D-VA), one co-sponsor, said the Washington Examiner The bill is expected to be supported by at least 65 Senators, almost guaranteeing passage.

“The bigger the margin we get [in the Senate], the better the chances are [in the House],” Kaine stated. “The bi