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politics1d ago
House Republicans back Trump's Venezuela moves for now as escalation uncertainty looms
- House Republicans say they back Trump administration pressure on Maduro but want more information on long-term plans.
- Some GOP members argue Maduro should be removed due to national security threats in the region.
- Other Republicans caution against unilateral action and emphasize potential consequences seen in past regime changes.
- Republicans say there should be clear authorization from Congress before any major escalation.
- Republicans emphasize Maduro’s links to Iran, China, and Russia as part of the national-security rationale.
- Some members see a path to change through limiting drug cartel influence rather than government removal.
- Discussion follows two recent U.S. strikes on alleged Venezuelan drug boats amid broader debate on strategy.
- Democrats criticize the actions as potentially escalating and question legal justification.
- The discourse highlights a broader U.S. policy debate over intervention in Latin America.
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