Summary
The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly defeated a resolution that would have limited President Trump's ability to deploy military forces to Venezuela. The vote was tied, highlighting some Republicans' concerns about Trump's military actions in the Western Hemisphere. The resolution aimed to ensure congressional approval before any major military operation in Venezuela, despite no current U.S. troops being on the ground there.
Key Facts
- The House narrowly rejected a resolution to limit Trump's military actions in Venezuela.
- The vote ended in a tie after a last-minute vote by Republican Rep. Wesley Hunt.
- Two Republicans joined Democrats in supporting the resolution.
- The resolution required Trump to remove U.S. troops from Venezuela, though none are currently reported there.
- The Trump administration claimed no U.S. troops are in Venezuela and promised to seek Congress's approval for major actions.
- The vote reflects wider debates on Trump's foreign policy and his use of military power.
- Senate Republicans previously dismissed a similar resolution with Vice President JD Vance breaking the tie.
