The U.S. Senate voted 52-47 on Thursday to advance a war powers resolution that would block President Donald Trump from taking further military action against Venezuela without explicit congressional authorization, following recent U.S. military operations in the country.
- The resolution invokes the War Powers Act and begins formal debate, but still requires a subsequent vote for final passage.
- A handful of Republican senators joined Democrats in advancing the measure, resulting in a 52-47 vote.
- Days earlier, U.S. forces conducted a military operation that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in Caracas.
- Backers say congressional authorization is required for further military actions in Venezuela; opponents argue recent actions fall within executive authority.
- If approved by both chambers, the resolution could still face a presidential veto.
- The vote reflects broader debate over executive military authority following increased U.S. actions in the region.
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