Washington: US President Donald Trump expressed concerns over the Senate's resolution on military action, stating: "The War Powers Bill severely hinders self-defense and restricts the president's authority as commander-in-chief of the armed forces."
According to National Iraqi News Agency, Trump further commented on the Senate's decision, asserting that the War Powers Bill is unconstitutional and violates Article II of the Constitution. This statement came in response to the US Senate's recent approval of a resolution, passed by a narrow vote of 52 to 47, which prevents President Trump from continuing military action in Venezuela without explicit authorization.
The resolution reflects ongoing debates over the executive branch's military powers and aims to curtail unilateral military decisions by the president. The legislative action underscores the Senate's intent to assert its role in authorizing military engagements, a move that has drawn criticism from the President.