Congressional Record — November 6, 2025

Overview of the day

The Senate conducted proceedings focused on the limits of executive war powers, specifically regarding military actions and the buildup of forces in the Caribbean and against Venezuela. Senators debated a joint resolution to restrict unauthorized hostilities and discussed the ongoing government shutdown, including proposals regarding congressional pay.

Summary of the House proceedings

There was no House activity on this date.

Summary of Senate proceedings

S.J. Res. 90 was mentioned as a joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.
S. 3012 was mentioned in the context of a proposal to pay government workers during a shutdown.
S. 3057 was mentioned regarding a proposal to withhold member pay during shutdowns.
The "No Shutdown Paychecks to Politicians Act" was mentioned as a proposal to prevent Members of Congress from receiving pay or backpay during a government shutdown.
The "Withhold Member Pay During Shutdowns Act" was mentioned as a proposal to escrow congressional pay during a shutdown and provide it in arrears after the government reopens.