Senate Votes Down Kaine-Paul War Powers Resolution Requiring Congressional Approval for Venezuela Military Action

The Senate voted 49-51 to defeat S.J.Res. 90, a war powers resolution sponsored by Senators Tim Kaine and Rand Paul requiring Trump to seek congressional authorization before military action against Venezuela. The White House OMB issued a Statement of Administration Policy strongly opposing the measure, warning advisors would recommend a veto if it passed. The vote came amid Trump's military strikes against Venezuelan targets.