Summary
Senate Republicans stopped a vote on a resolution that aimed to limit President Trump's military actions in Venezuela. The vote was close, ending 51-50, with Vice President Vance casting the deciding vote against the resolution. Some Republicans who initially supported the resolution changed their minds after assurances from the administration.
Key Facts
- Senate Republicans blocked a vote on a war powers resolution about military action in Venezuela.
- The vote ended 51-50, and Vice President Vance cast the tie-breaking vote.
- Republican Senators Rand Paul, Lisa Murkowski, and Susan Collins voted with Democrats.
- Senators Josh Hawley and Todd Young initially supported the resolution but later voted to block it.
- Todd Young received assurances from Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the administration, influencing his decision.
- Republicans argued that the vote process was not needed because there are no U.S. troops in Venezuela.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio will appear before the Foreign Relations Committee after the recess.
