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Senate Republicans have blocked a Democratic effort under the War Powers Act to halt U.S. strikes on alleged drug-carrying boats off Venezuela. The resolution, aiming to prevent hostilities without congressional authorization, failed in a 48-51 vote. Critics argue the strikes are unconstitutional and lack congressional approval, while the Trump administration asserts presidential authority to conduct targeted strikes against designated terrorist organizations and imminent threats. Lawmakers question the legality and intelligence behind the operations.

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