Senate blocks bid to limit Trump’s power to attack Cuba

April 30, 2026

TL;DR

The Republican-majority Senate voted 51-47 to dismiss a measure limiting President Trump's war powers against Cuba.
The resolution was deemed out of order because there are no active hostilities with Cuba.
Senator Tim Kaine argued the measure was necessary due to the humanitarian crises caused by Trump's oil blockade.
The blockade has led to disruptions in medical care, water shortages, and rising food prices in Cuba.
Trump has previously hinted at regime-change operations against the Cuban government.
Cuba has experienced nationwide blackouts and fuel shortages after Venezuela halted oil shipments under US pressure.
Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez condemned the US "ferocious blockade."
A Russian tanker delivered crude oil to Cuba in late March, bypassing the blockade.
Moscow has stated it will continue to support Cuba amid the tightening blockade.

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