House Republicans narrowly blocked a war‑powers resolution that would have forced President Trump to seek congressional approval for the Iran campaign, ending a 212‑212 tie. The measure, championed by Democrat Josh Gottheimer, split the GOP when Republicans Brian Fitzpatrick and Tom Barrett crossed party lines.

The stalled resolution hinged on the 1973 War Powers Resolution’s 60‑day deadline, which expired on May 1. GOP leaders argued the deadline paused during the cease‑fire, while critics warned that continued bombing inflates defense spending and pushes U.S. gasoline prices higher. The vote highlighted growing fractures in a party that has largely backed Trump’s unilateral approach.

Market watchers note that the conflict’s escalation has pressured oil and defense contractors, driving crude prices upward and raising U.S. defense budgets. Investors now face higher costs for energy‑dependent industries and uncertainty over future foreign‑policy spending.

The House vote underscores a shift in congressional oversight, signaling that even a small group of Republicans will challenge executive actions that exceed legal limits.