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Senators Push War Powers Act Against Trump's Military Moves

1/21/2026

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Senator Tim Kaine (D-Va.) has consistently sought to limit U.S. President Donald Trump’s military authority, advocating for Congress to reclaim its war powers.
Kaine and Senator Rand Paul (R-Ky.) discussed a War Powers Act resolution to prevent a potential invasion of Greenland by Trump.
Kaine plans to address Trump's new tariffs on European countries, which have sparked protests in Greenland.
Republicans argue Kaine's resolutions lack credibility without active military engagement.

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Senator Tim Kaine (D-Va.) has consistently sought to limit U.S. President Donald Trump’s military authority, advocating for Congress to reclaim its war powers.
Kaine and Senator Rand Paul (R-Ky.) discussed a War Powers Act resolution to prevent a potential invasion of Greenland by Trump.
Kaine plans to address Trump's new tariffs on European countries, which have sparked protests in Greenland.
Republicans argue Kaine's resolutions lack credibility without active military engagement.