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WATCH LIVE: Senate expected to hold vote on war powers resolution

WATCH LIVE: Senate expected to hold vote on war powers resolution

Summary

The Senate is voting on a resolution to limit President Trump's military actions against Venezuela. Five Republican senators joined Democrats to support the resolution, which led to criticism from President Trump. The resolution follows the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro by U.S. troops.

Key Facts

  • The Senate is considering a resolution to limit military action by President Trump in Venezuela.
  • Five Republican senators supported advancing this resolution along with Democrats.
  • President Trump has criticized these Republican senators publicly.
  • The controversy follows the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces.
  • President Trump made remarks against the senators in a speech in Michigan.
  • Senators receiving criticism include Rand Paul, Lisa Murkowski, and Susan Collins.

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