The U.S. Senate voted 51-47 on Tuesday to block a measure that would have barred U.S. military action against Cuba without Congress' approval. [1]
The failed effort would have tried to rein in Trump's use of military force overseas. [1]
Republicans Susan Collins and Rand Paul voted to advance the measure, while John Fetterman was the only Democrat to oppose it. [1]
Trump has stepped up pressure on Cuba in 2026 with a de facto maritime blockade and has floated the possibility of military action. The U.S. has used Coast Guard and naval assets to intercept or deter fuel shipments bound for Cuba. [1]
Axios reported the vote on 2026-04-28. [1]