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. 89 // July 23, 2026

H.Con.Res. 89

Sponsor: Pramila Jayapal (D-WA)

This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran or any part of its government or military 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 · Yea

214 votes, representing 129,319,210 people48.5%of U.S. adults

Lost the vote · Nay

208 votes, representing 129,059,069 people48.4%of U.S. adults

The dotted gap is 3.1% 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 1.5 points short of a majority of the country.
SideOutcomeVotesShare of U.S. adults
YeaWon21448.5%
NayLost20848.4%
Not represented on this questionNo position taken03.1%