Republicans had previously voted against it in several congressional votes, leaving the decision-making power over the war with the president. The Democrats’ goal is to end the Iran war with the proposal. The so-called War Powers Resolution was first used in response to the Vietnam War in 1973. According to her, the president can only wage war on his own initiative for 60 days and then needs the approval of Congress.
The majority was made possible by four Republicans who broke with their party’s line. Senator Bill Cassidy from Louisiana stands out in particular: He had voted against it in previous votes, but now changed his voting behavior after he lost the primary election in his state without Trump’s support.
USA reduces number of brigades stationed in Europe
The US Department of Defense confirms that of Vice President JD Vance
announced delay in the transfer of troops to Poland. The reason is a reduction in the number of combat brigades stationed in Europe from four to three, Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said on Platform X. This is the result of a comprehensive review of the US troop presence. The final deployment will be decided based on further analysis and the allies’ ability to contribute their own troops to the defense of Europe. Defense Minister Pete Hegseth is in contact with Polish Deputy Prime Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz. The US would maintain a strong military presence in Poland, explains the spokesman.
Judge restricts detention of migrants in court
A US federal judge has significantly restricted the ability to arrest immigrants in a New York immigration court. Judge Kevin Castel generally prohibited ICE immigration officials from detaining immigrants in the court. This is only justified in exceptional cases – for example if there is an “immediate risk of death, violence or physical harm”, according to the verdict.
Masked ICE officers had repeatedly arrested people who were summoned to a hearing in front of the court. The judge now banned this procedure in and in front of three buildings where such hearings take place.
According to human rights groups and politicians, ICE has already defied Monday’s order. Immigration officials arrested a 21-year-old in the hallways of the court in question on Tuesday. The US Department of Homeland Security had previously defended the controversial practice. “Nothing prohibits arresting a lawbreaker where he is found,” said a statement from the department that oversees ICE.
