Senate Foreign Relations Committee schedules hearing on US policy toward Venezuela
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee said it will hold a hearing focused on U.S. policy toward Venezuela later this week. The panel also announced a business meeting to consider legislation and multiple nominations.
Foreign Relations Committee sets Venezuela hearing date
The U.S. Senate Committee on Foreign Relations announced its schedule for the week ahead, including a full committee hearing devoted to U.S. policy toward Venezuela. The committee said the hearing is set for Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the Dirksen Senate Office Building.
According to the committee’s notice, Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to testify. The hearing comes as lawmakers continue to debate how Washington should approach political developments, economic pressure, and security concerns linked to Venezuela, and how U.S. actions might affect regional stability.
Business meeting to consider nominees and legislation
The committee also scheduled a business meeting for Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. in the U.S. Capitol to consider several pieces of legislation and multiple nominations. Among the nominees listed were candidates for assistant secretary roles and ambassador posts, along with a coordinator for counterterrorism.
Committee schedules often signal where senators plan to concentrate oversight and legislative attention in the near term. Hearings can also shape public debate by forcing agencies to clarify objectives, timelines, and how they measure policy success.
What to watch
- How the administration defines near-term goals for Venezuela policy
- Whether sanctions, diplomacy, or security tools are emphasized
- Potential confirmation timelines for key national security and diplomatic nominees