Republican Congressional leaders this week blocked resolutions that would have limited military action in Iran without congressional approval. Both chambers voted narrowly –  and mostly along party lines – not to restrict the administration’s actions in Operation Epic Fury. 

Some lawmakers said there is no indication the administration plans to send in ground troops, though some say it is still possible, NPR reported. 

“I think you have to be careful to keep open options rather than speculate on those things and tell your adversaries what you are or are not going to do,” Sen. John Hoeven (R-N.D.) said. 

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