Tag: War Powers
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Senate Republicans kill war powers resolution — after Trump backlash
A largely symbolic measure in the Senate to invoke its war powers died Wednesday after two Republican senators withdrew their support. The war powers resolution that called on President Donald Trump to cease hostilities in or against Venezuela following the capture of former President Nicolas Maduro had garnered support from five Republicans last week, allowing…
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Senate may invoke War Powers, as Rubio promises new government in Venezuela
The Senate could vote Thursday to block the Trump administration from sending troops into Venezuela, as Secretary of State Marco Rubio laid out a vision to open up the country’s economy and allow for a government transition. The prospect of an American occupation in the unstable country seemed possible after U.S. forces captured former President…