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Before recessing, the House passed a Democratic-led concurrent resolution directing the President to remove U.S. armed forces from hostilities in Iran.  This is the second such resolution that has passed the chamber, this time with the help of Republican Reps. Barrett (R-MI), Davidson (R-OH), Fitzpatrick (R-PA), and Massie (R-KY).  The Senate could take it up this week.  President Trump formally notified Congress of the resumption of military action against Iran in a notice dated July 10.  He argues that notice started a new 60-day clock for Congress to authorize his actions under the War Powers Resolution Act.