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Last updated: 2026-06-25 12:23:49 ET
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Updated Jun 25, 2026 11:11 AM ET
The Senate rejected a measure Wednesday to restrict President Trump's power to wage war against Iran, with key Republicans defecting from the effort. The vote clears the path for Trump administration military action in the region without additional congressional approval.
Oil markets face renewed geopolitical risk premium. A U.S.-Iran escalation could disrupt Strait of Hormuz shipping and spike crude prices, pressuring equities and bonds. Defense contractors benefit from conflict scenarios; energy and airlines face headwinds.
Vice President JD Vance, historically skeptical of Middle East interventions, now leads administration peace efforts while Trump retains unilateral military authority. This tension suggests policy volatility and potential for miscalculation in an already fragile region.
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The mutiny is exposed
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