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Trump Warns GOP of Impeachment Amid Midterm Turmoil

1/9/2026

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Trump Warns Republicans

U.S. President Donald Trump warned Republicans could face another impeachment if they fail to retain control of Congress in midterm elections.
He cited polling showing voters believe the country is on the wrong track.
Senate Republicans backed away from his Venezuela policy and Greenland remarks, with five Republicans joining Democrats to limit his military authority regarding Venezuela.
The dissent signals GOP dynamics shifting as he begins his second term.

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Trump Unveils Oil Plan

U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to control Venezuelan oil sales and create a fund for U.S. and Venezuelan benefits.
He said interim leaders would sell 30 to 50 million barrels at market rates, reversing previous sanctions.
The plan aims to leverage Venezuela's oil to bolster the U.S. economy while maintaining a Caribbean military presence.
Congressional leaders criticized lack of notification, while some Republicans supported it and others questioned legality.

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Trump Warns Republicans

U.S. President Donald Trump warned Republicans could face another impeachment if they fail to retain control of Congress in midterm elections.
He cited polling showing voters believe the country is on the wrong track.
Senate Republicans backed away from his Venezuela policy and Greenland remarks, with five Republicans joining Democrats to limit his military authority regarding Venezuela.
The dissent signals GOP dynamics shifting as he begins his second term.

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