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U.S. Senate Considers Resolution to Restrict Trump's Authority on Venezuela After Maduro's Capture

The U.S. Senate is addressing a resolution to curb the President's unilateral power over Venezuela,...
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10.53

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  • Impact Level
    Medium
  • Scope Level
    National
  • Last Update
    2026-01-08
Key Impacts
Positive Impacts (7)
Brent Crude Oil
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Defense & Aerospace Equities
Western Canadian Select (WCS)
U.S. Independent Refiners (e.g., Valero, PBF, Chevron’s refining arm)
Gold
Negative Impacts (5)
Emerging-Market Sovereign Debt (Venezuela/PDVSA)
Oilfield Services & Equipment
Latin America Equity ETFs (e.g., ILF, EEML)
Tanker Shipping Companies
Marine & Political-Risk Insurers
Total impacts: 12 | Positive: 7 | Negative: 5
Event Overview

The U.S. Senate is addressing a resolution to curb the President's unilateral power over Venezuela, following the capture of Venezuelan President Maduro and his wife. This highlights the tension between executive and legislative powers in foreign policy.

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U.S. Senate Votes on Resolution to Limit Trump's Power Over Venezuela After Night Raid Captures Maduro
2026-01-09 00:24

The U.S. Senate is conducting a third vote on a resolution aimed at limiting President Trump's power to take unilateral action against Venezuela. This follows a night raid in which the U.S. captured Venezuelan President Maduro and his wife, an event that has shocked the Congress.

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