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Senate Democrats Reconsider Rubio's Venezuela Military Support

1/6/2026

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Senate Democrats regret their unanimous support for Secretary of State Marco Rubio after military actions in Venezuela.
Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) criticized Rubio for acting under U.S. President Donald Trump’s influence, calling it a "full MAGA-lobotomy."
Senator Cory Booker (D-N.J.) described the situation as a "constitutional crisis."
Rubio defended the operation, stating it did not require congressional approval.
Senator Rand Paul called for congressional authorization for military actions.

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Senate Democrats regret their unanimous support for Secretary of State Marco Rubio after military actions in Venezuela.
Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) criticized Rubio for acting under U.S. President Donald Trump’s influence, calling it a "full MAGA-lobotomy."
Senator Cory Booker (D-N.J.) described the situation as a "constitutional crisis."
Rubio defended the operation, stating it did not require congressional approval.
Senator Rand Paul called for congressional authorization for military actions.