politics
January 24, 2026
US House rejects resolution to curb Trump war powers
The US House has failed to pass a resolution banning President Donald Trump from attacking Venezuela without congressional approval
TL;DR
- US House of Representatives failed to pass a Democratic war powers resolution.
- The resolution aimed to bar President Trump from using military force in Venezuela without congressional authorization.
- Republicans blocked the measure, resulting in a 215-215 tie.
- Democrats criticized the Trump administration for not seeking congressional approval for a raid in Caracas.
- Republicans argued the resolution was unnecessary as US troops were not engaged in combat in Venezuela.