House to vote on Trump's war powers. And, Minnesota sues over halted Medicaid funding

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by Brittney Melton
March 5, 2026
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The House of Representatives is scheduled to vote today on a measure aimed at limiting President Trump's authority to conduct military actions against Iran. This vote comes amid escalating tensions and seeks to reassert congressional oversight on war powers. Separately, Minnesota has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging that federal Medicaid funding has been unlawfully halted. This legal action highlights a growing dispute between states and the federal government over healthcare funding, potentially impacting services for vulnerable populations.

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