Five Republican Senators Face Criticism from Trump Over War Powers Vote

January 9, 2026 • Google News World

Five Republican senators have voted in favor of war powers, sparking criticism from former President Donald Trump. According to reports, Trump had a “profanity-laced rant” with Senator Susan Collins over the issue.

Collins is considered crucial for her party’s chances in the upcoming election. Trump has been targeting her efforts to win re-election.

In recent days, several Republican lawmakers have defected on key votes, including those related to war powers and Venezuela. This trend of defections has raised concerns about the party’s unity.

Trump has faced two consecutive defeats in the Republican-led Congress, with many attributing these losses to his actions against certain senators.

Source: Google News World