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Trump's Venezuela Invasion Sparks GOP Division and Democratic Outrage

1/4/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump launched an invasion of Venezuela to oust Nicolás Maduro.
Many Republicans support the action.
Rep. Thomas Massie questions its legality and calls for Congressional approval.
GOP Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan express concerns about potential military quagmires.
Most Democrats condemn the invasion, including Sen. Schumer, who accuses Trump of violating the Constitution.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump launched an invasion of Venezuela to oust Nicolás Maduro.
Many Republicans support the action.
Rep. Thomas Massie questions its legality and calls for Congressional approval.
GOP Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan express concerns about potential military quagmires.
Most Democrats condemn the invasion, including Sen. Schumer, who accuses Trump of violating the Constitution.