Democratic senators file war powers resolution to try to restrain Trump on Cuba

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March 13, 2026
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Senate Democrats file legislation requiring congressional approval for military action against Cuba.

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Senate Democrats filed legislation requiring congressional approval before any U.S. attack on Cuba, responding to President Trump's stated goal of a "takeover" of the Caribbean country. The war powers resolution aims to force a congressional vote on restraining Trump's military options regarding Cuba.

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Democrats filed a war powers resolution to force congressional vote on Cuba military action.

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