One Call From Trump and a GOP Senator Suddenly Changes Their Vote

Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) flipped his vote on a war powers resolution aimed at restricting President Donald Trump’s military actions against Venezuela on Wednesday. The measure, which was introduced by Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), sought to require congressional approval for any U.S. hostilities within or against Venezuela, unless explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or specific military force authorization. The resolution was issued just days after Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro was captured by U.S. forces in a daring pre-dawn raid. Last week, the Senate voted 52-47 to advance the resolution for debate. Five Republicans — including Hawley — voted with all Democrats in favor of advancing the motion. Hawley’s vote was surprising, as he almost always votes in line with the Trump...