Schumer and Kaine Threaten Congressional Action on Potential Military Action in Venezuela

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) indicated that if President Donald Trump decides to engage in military action against Venezuela, they will move to block such actions.

During his address to the Senate on Monday, Schumer stated that he, along with Senators Kaine and Rand Paul (R-KY), would “immediately introduce a war powers resolution” if military action is taken against Venezuela. This, he believes, would necessitate Congressional involvement to prevent the use of military force.

“Americans do not want a senseless war in Venezuela,” he asserted during an appearance on CNN’s “The Lead with Jake Tapper.”

He mentioned that the legislation would be bipartisan, referencing cooperation with Senators Paul and Adam Schiff (D-CA).

On CBS News’ “Face the Nation,” Kaine reiterated his commitment to joining Schumer, Paul, and Schiff in actions that would be swift should military intervention occur in Venezuela.

Fox News Digital reached out to the White House for comments on this matter.

Earlier this year, efforts by Kaine, Paul, and Schiff to advance a joint resolution to prevent unilateral military action against Venezuela fell through when most Republican senators opposed proceeding with the plan.

The proposed bill invokes sections of the Department of State Authorization Act from the 1980s, directing the President to cease military hostilities against Venezuela unless explicitly authorized by Congress.

The text of the bill notes that nothing within it should prevent the protection of the U.S. from imminent threats.

Recently, President Trump suggested on social media that Venezuelan airspace should be considered closed, addressing various stakeholders including airlines and traffickers.

His declaration raises the stakes as tensions continue to escalate in the region.