The resolution was intended to stop the attacks on cartel narcotics trafficking in the Caribbean.
The Senate failed to pass legislation that would require the president to receive Congressional approval before authorizing U.S. military action in the Caribbean after a vote on Wednesday.
The legislation was introduced by Senators Adam Schiff of California and Tim Kaine of Virginia, who said it was necessary to prevent more military strikes against cartel vessels off the coast of Venezuela.
“The Constitution clearly and intentionally places the power to declare war in the hands of this body—the Congress,” Senator Schiff said ahead of the vote.
The Senate’s votes were cast along party lines with a few exceptions, with Senator Tom Cotton of Arkansas stating that it would curb U.S. military readiness in other international contexts.
“The resolution prevents the president from taking offensive action,” Senator Cotton said.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For wisdom for President Trump as he seeks to halt the trafficking of narcotics into the U.S.
- For members of the Senate as they consider measures to limit the president’s authority.
Sources: The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, MSN
