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Senate Unites Against Trump: Military Action on Venezuela Challenged

1/15/2026

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Senators Challenge Trump

Five Republican senators joined Democrats to advance a Senate measure ending military action against Venezuela, requiring actions for congressional approval.
The Senate is expected to vote on the measure, likely to pass, but faces obstacles in the House or from U.S. President Donald Trump.
The move signals GOP dissent against Trump's expanding powers.
The Trump Justice Department is investigating Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, prompting GOP pushback over department credibility.

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Congress Defies Trump

Congress largely rejected U.S. President Donald Trump's proposed deep cuts to federal programs, including foreign aid and scientific research.
On Wednesday the House passed funding bills for the State and Treasury Departments by 341 to 79, countering Trump's budget plans.
Senator Patty Murray called the budget "deeply unserious" and urged bipartisan support to avert a Democratic filibuster.
The vote marks a shift away from earlier partisan battles that produced a historic government shutdown.

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Senators Challenge Trump

Five Republican senators joined Democrats to advance a Senate measure ending military action against Venezuela, requiring actions for congressional approval.
The Senate is expected to vote on the measure, likely to pass, but faces obstacles in the House or from U.S. President Donald Trump.
The move signals GOP dissent against Trump's expanding powers.
The Trump Justice Department is investigating Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, prompting GOP pushback over department credibility.

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