US Senate Moves to Limit Presidential Authority on Military Action in Venezuela

US Senate Advances Resolution to Restrict Military Action in Venezuela

The US Senate has advanced a resolution aimed at limiting the president’s authority to launch military action against Venezuela without congressional approval.

United States Senate chamber during a legislative session discussing foreign policy and military authority matters — Image Credit:Ai

The United States Senate has advanced a resolution seeking to restrict the president’s authority to carry out military action against Venezuela without prior approval from Congress, reflecting renewed debate over war powers and foreign policy oversight.

The measure, introduced amid ongoing tensions between Washington and Caracas, emphasizes that any military operation against Venezuela would require explicit congressional authorization. Lawmakers backing the resolution said it is designed to reaffirm Congress’s constitutional role in decisions related to war and the use of force.

Venezuela has remained a sensitive issue in US foreign policy for years, with sanctions, diplomatic pressure, and concerns over democratic governance shaping relations between the two countries. While there has been no official announcement of imminent military action, senators supporting the resolution said preventive steps are necessary to avoid unilateral decisions that could escalate into conflict.

The move comes as lawmakers from both parties continue to scrutinize US involvement abroad and seek greater transparency in military and security-related decisions. The resolution’s progress signals growing bipartisan interest in reasserting legislative authority over matters of war.

Further debate and voting are expected in the coming days as the resolution advances through the legislative process.