In a rare bipartisan rebuke to President Donald Trump, the U.S. Senate has advanced a resolution that would require congressional approval before the White House can launch further military operations against Venezuela.
The procedural vote passed 52–47, with several Republicans breaking ranks to join Democrats in advancing the measure for full consideration by the chamber.
The resolution comes in the wake of a high-profile U.S. military raid in Caracas that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, sparking intense debate on Capitol Hill about presidential war powers and the constitutional role of Congress in authorizing military force.
If ultimately enacted, the measure would require Trump to seek explicit congressional authorization before undertaking any future military action against Venezuela and even compel the withdrawal of U.S. forces involved in activities that have not been sanctioned by lawmakers.
This process reflects growing concern among legislators from both parties about unchecked executive authority following recent military actions in the region.
The Senate’s movement on this issue is significant because it marks the third major effort to rein in Trump’s Venezuela policy after previous attempts were unsuccessful. During his administration’s escalation of strikes against Venezuelan vessels and forces, lawmakers have repeatedly pushed for greater oversight and for Congress to again assert its constitutional prerogative over decisions to use military force abroad.
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