Senate blocks war-powers resolution after two Republicans change votes; Cassidy cites White House briefing

The Senate failed to advance a war-powers resolution that aimed to limit the president’s authority related to Iran, the broadcast reported, with yeas at 47, nays at 50 and one senator voting present. The presenter stated, "The motion is not agreed to."

Louisiana’s Sen. Bill Cassidy was identified by the program as one of two Republicans who changed their votes to block the measure. In an interview excerpt aired on the program, Cassidy said he had attended a White House briefing and described the administration’s plan as "plausible," adding that "the devil's in the details" and that "we don't have the details." He framed his decision as requiring further information from the administration before supporting restraints on military authority.

The broadcast also noted that other lawmakers said they were still waiting for a full briefing of Congress. The segment closed by reporting that the Senate was in recess until July 13 for the Independence Day holiday.

The program credited Natalie Brand of CBS News for White House reporting cited in the segment.