All articles tagged with #war powers
Originally Published 2 days ago — by abcnews.go.com
The Senate narrowly advanced a war powers resolution to limit President Trump's ability to engage U.S. forces in Venezuela without congressional approval, reflecting a rare bipartisan effort to reassert congressional authority over military actions, despite opposition from the White House and President Trump.
Originally Published 3 days ago — by PBS
President Trump criticized five Republican senators for voting in favor of a war powers resolution that would limit his ability to conduct military actions against Venezuela, calling their votes 'stupidity' and questioning the constitutionality of the law.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by The Conversation
The article discusses the ongoing struggle between Congress and the President over war powers, highlighting recent U.S. military actions in Venezuela and the limited effectiveness of legislative efforts like the War Powers Resolution to restrain presidential military actions, emphasizing that this issue transcends party lines and reflects a broader institutional challenge.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by Politico
The Senate is set to vote on a war powers measure regarding Trump's actions in Venezuela, which would require congressional approval for further military strikes. The vote tests Republican support for Trump's aggressive approach, amid mixed reactions from Democrats and some GOP members. Previous efforts to restrict Trump's military actions have largely failed, and the administration is preparing to brief lawmakers on its strategy.
Originally Published 25 days ago — by The Intercept
The U.S. House voted against measures to block military strikes on Venezuela, as President Trump announced a blockade, raising concerns about potential war without congressional approval amid bipartisan opposition and fears of escalation.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NPR
Senators, led by Tim Kaine, are pushing for a vote to prevent President Trump from unilaterally declaring war on Venezuela amid U.S. military strikes and covert operations, emphasizing the need for congressional approval and transparency.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Washington Post
A bipartisan effort to limit President Trump's war powers through a Senate measure failed, as Democrats argued the strikes on Venezuelan traffickers were unconstitutional but couldn't secure Republican support.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Guardian
The US Senate narrowly voted against a resolution to limit President Trump’s ability to escalate military action against Iran, amid ongoing tensions following recent US airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities and Iran’s strong diplomatic and military responses.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Reuters
The US Senate rejected a Democratic bid to limit President Trump's authority to use military force against Iran, largely along party lines, amid ongoing tensions and recent US strikes on Iran's nuclear sites.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by HuffPost
The Senate rejected a resolution to limit President Trump's war powers regarding Iran, allowing him to continue military actions without congressional approval, amid debates over the effectiveness and legality of recent strikes against Iran's nuclear facilities.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Politico
The Senate rejected a Democratic effort to require President Trump to seek congressional approval before further military actions against Iran, with the vote largely along party lines, amid ongoing tensions and recent U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Responsible Statecraft
Congress is debating measures to limit President Trump's unilateral military actions, emphasizing that the Constitution grants war declaration power solely to Congress. Trump's recent attack on Iran, justified without congressional approval, highlights the ongoing issue of presidential overreach in war-making, and recent legislative efforts aim to restore congressional authority and prevent future abuses.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Reuters
Democratic lawmakers in the US introduced a resolution to limit President Trump's authority to use military force against Iran following US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, amid rising tensions and regional conflict involving Israel and Iran. The resolution faces unlikely passage due to Republican control, and debates over presidential war powers continue.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The New York Times
President Trump's bombing of Iranian nuclear sites without congressional approval raises constitutional questions about presidential war powers, with critics arguing it violates the Constitution's requirement for Congress to declare war, while legal interpretations and historical practices vary, leading to ongoing debate about the limits of executive authority in military actions.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Axios
Senate Democrats are preparing for a confrontation over war powers related to President Trump's recent strikes against Iran, with a procedural vote expected to express their objections and navigate party and policy tensions, especially among pro-Israel Democrats, amid concerns about presidential authority and military transparency.