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Senate Republicans Block Military Action Limits in Venezuela

1/15/2026

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On January 14, 2026, Senate Republicans blocked a measure to limit the Trump administration's military actions in Venezuela, with Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking vote.
Initially five Republicans supported the measure.
Senator Josh Hawley withdrew after pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, citing Rubio's assurances that Congress would approve any major military operations.
Senator Tim Kaine criticized Hawley's stance.

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On January 14, 2026, Senate Republicans blocked a measure to limit the Trump administration's military actions in Venezuela, with Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking vote.
Initially five Republicans supported the measure.
Senator Josh Hawley withdrew after pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, citing Rubio's assurances that Congress would approve any major military operations.
Senator Tim Kaine criticized Hawley's stance.