US Senator Tim Kaine (C), Democrat of Virginia, speaks alongside US Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (L), Democrat of New York, and US Senator Adam Schiff (R), Democrat of California, during a press conference after a US Senate vote on a War Powers Resolution blocking further US military action in Venezuela at the US Capitol in Washington, DC, January 8, 2026.- AFP
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Firstpost09-01-2026, 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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