Trahan Statement on U.S. Military Action in Venezuela

LOWELL, MA – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) issued the following statement regarding the Trump administration’s decision to launch a military attack in Venezuela: “Maduro is a dictator whose brutal, antidemocratic rule has brought immense suffering to the Venezuelan people. His repression and corruption are well documented and deserve condemnation. Acknowledging that reality does not justify the Trump administration bypassing Congress, putting our brave service men and women in harm’s way, or spending billions of taxpayer dollars on regime change in South America.” “No amount of conjecture from the Trump administration excuses ignoring the most pressing challenges facing hardworking families here at home. While this administration diverts immense resources into another foreign conflict, Americans continue to struggle with the skyrocketing cost of health care, groceries, and utilities. That is where our focus should be.” “Congress must be briefed immediately on the legal justification for this attack, the cost to American taxpayers, and the administration’s strategy and path forward in Venezuela and across the region.” ###