Senior officials privately expressed doubt the Trump administration can achieve the overthrow of Iran's government and the destruction of its nuclear program through military means.
Republicans blocked measures in both the House and Senate that would have halted the Iran war and forced President Trump to seek congressional approval for additional hostilities.
A regulation that would have eased travel for wheelchair users is on hold while airlines sue to overturn it. A Paralympic gold medalist said the rule addresses safety as well as people's dignity.
President Trump and other administration officials have projected confidence and power in Iran in a coarse tone that is unprecedented, according to experts in wartime rhetoric.