hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Calls for US action against China's influence in Latin America.
Senators Shaheen and Budd, referred to Foreign Relations Committee.
Introduced in Senate, no vote yet.
This is a Senate Resolution, meaning it expresses the opinion of the Senate but doesn't become law. It was introduced by Senator Jeanne Shaheen and Senator Ted Budd and sent to the Foreign Relations Committee for review. The resolution aims to draw attention to and suggest strategies for addressing China's expanding role in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Introduced Apr 30, 2026
This resolution was introduced in the Senate on April 30, 2026, and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. For it to pass, it must be voted on and approved by the Senate. As a resolution, it would then reflect the Senate's official stance but would not go to the House for a vote or to the President to be signed into law.
If this resolution passes, it would signal a stronger commitment from the U.S. government to address China's influence in Latin America and the Caribbean. This could lead to increased U.S. economic and security engagement, including more funding through programs like the Millennium Challenge Corporation and Development Finance Corporation. Additionally, Latin American countries might be encouraged to adopt mechanisms similar to the U.S. Committee on Foreign Investment to scrutinize foreign investments from countries like China.
Supporters Say
Supporters believe China's growing influence in Latin America threatens U.S. national interests and regional stability, requiring a stronger American response.
Critics Say
The resolution text itself does not present specific criticisms or opposing viewpoints.
This resolution outlines a series of concerns, including China's expanded economic ties, security relationships, and diplomatic efforts in the region, which sponsors argue pose risks to the United States. The text emphasizes that China has surpassed the U.S. as a trade partner in some areas and that its investments and media outreach are expanding. The resolution, as a statement of Senate opinion, focuses on these concerns and calls for specific U.S. actions. It does not include dissenting opinions or alternative approaches within its text.