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U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) issued a statement following the Senate's vote on the Caribbean War Powers Resolution. Young expressed his opposition to the resolution in its current form, citing concerns about its scope and implications for U.S. military actions outside the Caribbean.

“This so-called Caribbean war powers resolution, as currently written, extends beyond the Caribbean and could potentially prohibit the use of force against radical Islamist terrorist groups in the Middle East. Those issues are not under debate right now, and I cannot support a resolution that potentially handcuffs our ability to protect American service members in the Middle East," Young stated.

Young also raised questions about recent military strikes in the Caribbean, highlighting concerns over their legality and lack of congressional approval or public debate. He noted, “Despite my opposition to this resolution, I am highly concerned about the legality of recent strikes in the Caribbean and the trajectory of military operations without congressional approval or debate and the support of the American people. While the Constitution grants Article II authorities to the executive branch to defend against imminent threats, Congress alone is entrusted with decisions of war and peace.”

He further warned about possible consequences if military actions continue without clear limits. “We also must think through potential side effects if these actions are prolonged, such as the diversion of resources from the most important threat of our time, the People’s Republic of China. Others have noted that, if one thinks of the ‘War on Drugs’ as a real war, it could conceivably lead to an increasingly militarized ‘War on Drugs’ inside the United States. The American people, through their representatives, deserve more information about the threats we face in the region and the role of America’s military going forward,” Young said.

Young indicated that Secretaries Hegseth and Rubio have agreed to meet with him soon to discuss these issues further. He has also requested a hearing by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee regarding this situation. “The Administration should adhere to the Constitution and keep the people’s representatives informed on this critical national security issue,” he added.