US Senate to Debate Iran Nuclear Bill

The U.S. Senate is to begin debate next week on bipartisan legislation subjecting any final nuclear accord with Iran to congressional review and a potential vote approving or rejecting the deal. “We look forward to a vigorous debate next week,” said Republican Majority Leader Mitch McConnell. “Congress and the American people deserve a say in any nuclear deal the president tries to cut with Iran.” Last week, the Senate Foreign Relations Committee unanimously approved a bill that gives...

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