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119th Congress · Senate

A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.

Subjects: Congressional oversight · Congressional-executive branch relations · Latin America · Military operations and strategy · Venezuela · War and emergency powers · International Affairs

In plain language

  • Senate joint resolution in the 119th Congress.
  • Directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for hostilities within or against Venezuela unless.
  • Senate procedural vote passed on Jan 8, 2026 (procedural).
Official summary (Congressional Research Service)

This joint resolution directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for hostilities within or against Venezuela unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted. The joint resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending itself from an armed attack or threat of an imminent armed attack.

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