WASHINGTON: Republican Representative Thomas Massie sharply criticised President Donald Trump on Tuesday over the administration’s handling of Venezuelan oil seized amid escalating tensions with Caracas. Massie accused Trump of selling “stolen” Venezuelan oil and using the proceeds for his own benefit rather than following constitutional procedures. Read More: US Senate rebukes Trump on Venezuela in war powers vote Massie’s […]
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US Senate moves to limit Trump’s military actions in Venezuela
The US Senate voted 52 to 47 on Thursday to advance a resolution that would prevent President Donald Trump from taking further military actions in Venezuela without congressional approval. A handful of Trump’s fellow Republicans joined all Democrats in supporting the measure, signaling rare bipartisan pushback against the White House. The vote moves the resolution […]