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Donald Trump Reacts After Republican Senators Vote to Curb His War Powers

Donald Trump Reacts After Republican Senators Vote to Curb His War Powers

Summary

President Donald Trump criticized Republican senators who supported a resolution to limit his war powers. The Senate voted 52-47 to curb his authority to conduct military actions, particularly regarding Venezuela. The resolution would not become law unless passed by the House and signed by President Trump.

Key Facts

  • President Trump opposed the War Powers Resolution aimed at limiting his military authority.
  • Five Republican senators voted with Democrats for the resolution.
  • The Senate vote was 52 in favor and 47 against.
  • The resolution specifically targets military actions related to Venezuela.
  • It would need approval from the House and President Trump to become law.
  • President Trump argued that the War Powers Act is unconstitutional.
  • The current vote indicates some Republican senators are uneasy with Trump's military decisions.

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