Motion to Discharge Agreed to in the Senate on January 8, 2026 · 52 Yea, 47 Nay, 1 Not Voting
Question: On the Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 98
In plain English: This resolution requires the President to end U.S. military involvement in hostilities in or against Venezuela unless Congress declares war or authorizes such action. It does not stop the U.S. from defending itself against an attack.
This joint resolution directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for hostilities within or against Venezuela unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted. The joint resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending itself from an armed attack or threat of an imminent armed attack.