Overview
- The resolution would prohibit the president from using U.S. military force in or against Venezuela without explicit authorization from Congress.
- Senators voted 52–47 to proceed, with all Democrats and several Republicans supporting further consideration.
- Advancement opens full debate in the chamber, and the measure would still need House approval and the president’s signature to become law.
- The proposal is spearheaded by Sens. Tim Kaine, Rand Paul, Adam Schiff and Democratic leader Chuck Schumer.
- The push follows U.S. strikes on Jan. 3 and the capture of Nicolás Maduro, who appeared in a New York federal court on Jan. 5, as Venezuela declared a state of emergency.