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House Democrats Push for Limits on Trump's Drug Cartel Actions

11/19/2025

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On November 18, 2025, House Democrats introduced a measure to restrict U.S. President Donald Trump's actions against drug cartels without Congressional approval.
The measure faces challenges in the Republican-controlled House, where leaders may obstruct the vote to avoid fallout.
Representative Gregory Meeks said Congress must uphold oversight under the War Powers Act, which restricts presidential authority without consent.
It follows two unsuccessful attempts by Senate Democrats to achieve similar restrictions.

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On November 18, 2025, House Democrats introduced a measure to restrict U.S. President Donald Trump's actions against drug cartels without Congressional approval.
The measure faces challenges in the Republican-controlled House, where leaders may obstruct the vote to avoid fallout.
Representative Gregory Meeks said Congress must uphold oversight under the War Powers Act, which restricts presidential authority without consent.
It follows two unsuccessful attempts by Senate Democrats to achieve similar restrictions.