- House Speaker Mike Johnson, representing R-La., and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., recently found themselves at odds following a briefing on the Trump administration’s operations in Venezuela.
- The classified briefing, intended to update lawmakers on U.S. actions concerning Venezuela, has led to contrasting interpretations from these senior political figures.
- In response to the uncertainty following the briefing, Mike Johnson issued a clarification stating that the United States is not currently engaged in a war, addressing widespread concerns among lawmakers and the public.
- The debate highlighted significant political divisions and differing perspectives on foreign policy strategies related to Venezuela between Republican and Democratic leaders.
- Tensions from the briefing underscore the complexities and controversial nature of U.S. involvement in Venezuelan affairs.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/johnson-insists-us-not-war-after-closed-door-venezuela-briefing-divides-lawmakers)
