WASHINGTON, D.C. — Democrats, buoyed by a projected midterm surge, are preparing legislation to end President Trump’s eight‑month war with Iran and say they have bipartisan backing to halt additional funding for the conflict.

Senate leaders, including Majority Whip John Fetterman (D‑PA), told reporters the bill would cut $2.5 billion in war‑related appropriations while preserving core defense spending. A small group of Republicans, led by Rep. Jim Jordan (R‑OH), have signaled willingness to vote for the measure if it includes provisions protecting U.S. energy security.

KEY POINTSenate leaders, including Majority Whip John Fetterman (D‑PA), told reporters the bill would cut $2.

The proposal arrives as the Pentagon’s budget request for FY 2025 seeks a 15 percent increase, or roughly $10 billion, to modernize missile defenses and replenish stockpiles. Lawmakers argue that ending the Iran engagement would free those funds for domestic priorities and reduce the risk of a broader regional escalation.

Industry analysts warn that a sudden funding cut could disrupt supply chains for critical components such as semiconductors and rare‑earth minerals, which the war effort has accelerated. “We need a clear plan to transition contractors back to peacetime production,” said Karen Liu, senior economist at the Center for Strategic Trade.

Energy experts note that Iran’s oil exports account for about 5 percent of global supply, and a de‑escalation could stabilize prices that have hovered near $85 per barrel since the conflict began. The bipartisan effort aims to balance national security with economic stability as Congress prepares for the 2026 elections.

Key Takeaways

• Democrats plan to end the Iran war with limited GOP support, targeting $2.5 billion in cuts.
• Proposed savings could be redirected to a $10 billion defense budget increase for missile defense and modernization.
• Stabilizing energy markets and protecting supply chains are central to the bipartisan rationale.

While the legislation remains draft, its progress will hinge on negotiations over defense allocations, supply‑chain safeguards, and the political calculus of a closely contested midterm election.