US Senate Curbs Trump's War Powers on Venezuela After Maduro Capture

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Firstpost•09-01-2026, 00:16
US Senate Curbs Trump's War Powers on Venezuela After Maduro Capture
- •The US Senate passed a bipartisan measure to restrict President Trump's military action in Venezuela.
- •This move followed a dramatic raid that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
- •Five Republican senators crossed party lines to support Democrats, citing lack of consultation before military operations.
- •President Trump criticized Republicans who voted against him, calling their actions "stupidity" on Truth Social.
- •The measure is largely symbolic, facing hurdles in the US House and a likely presidential veto.
Why It Matters: US Senate asserts war powers, restricting Trump's military actions in Venezuela despite likely veto.
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