In a perfect democracy, at least 50% of people would support every decision.

The U.S. falls short of this goal.

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House vote: H.Con.Res. 75 // May 14, 2026

H.Con.Res. 75

Sponsor: Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ)

S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran or any part of its government or military no later than March 30, 2026, unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted. The resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending itself, its Armed Forces, its diplomatic facilities, or allied states from imminent attack.

International Affairs Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.

Who won, and how much of the country was behind them

Won the vote · Nay

212 votes, representing 131,738,829 people49.4%of U.S. adults

Lost the vote · Yea

212 votes, representing 128,198,742 people48.1%of U.S. adults

The dotted gap is 2.5% of U.S. adults whose member did not vote, voted “present,” or whose seat was vacant.

Share of U.S. adults represented, the House. The winning side fell 0.6 points short of a majority of the country.
SideOutcomeVotesShare of U.S. adults
NayWon21249.4%
YeaLost21248.1%
Not represented on this questionNo position taken02.5%