Trump faces Venezuela war powers uncertainty as he lobbies GOP rebels

Published January 14, 2026 6:00am ET



President Donald Trump is staring down another possible setback in the GOP-led Senate on a bipartisan measure to restrict further military operations against Venezuela without congressional approval.

The so-called war powers resolution advanced last week, but its ability to clear final passage as early as Wednesday hinges on whether Trump can personally sway the five Republicans who bucked him and voted with all Democrats.

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