Summary
Senate Republicans voted against a bill that aimed to limit President Donald Trump's military actions against drug cartels in Venezuela. The bill, proposed by Democratic Senators, sought to stop military engagements not approved by Congress, but it was narrowly defeated in a Senate vote. President Trump has used his authority to increase military actions against drug cartels, designating some as "foreign terrorist organizations."
Key Facts
- A bill to limit military actions against drug cartels was voted down by Senate Republicans.
- The bill was proposed by Democratic Senators Adam Schiff and Tim Kaine.
- It aimed to require Congressional approval for military actions not officially declared as war.
- The vote result was close, with 48 in favor and 51 against.
- President Trump has already ordered strikes on suspected drug trafficking boats near Venezuela.
- Trump designated groups like Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua, El Salvador’s MS-13, and Mexico’s Sinaloa Cartel as "foreign terrorist organizations."
- The U.S. military carried out at least four strikes in the Caribbean, killing 21 people.
- The Senate also failed to end the government shutdown, with no agreement on a spending bill.
