The U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday approved a nearly $1.15 trillion annual defense policy bill by a narrow margin, with Republicans supporting it and Democrats opposing it. [1] [2] [3] [4] [1] The New York Times reported that the bill was passed despite opposition from Democrats who viewed backing it as endorsing military action in Iran. [1] [2] MSN News noted that the bill narrowly passed, with a vote of 216-212 in favor. [2] [3] Fox5NY.com stated that the House approved the $1.15 trillion National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2027. [3] [4] MSN News also reported that the bill passed with a party-line vote, with Republicans supporting it and Democrats opposing it. [4]
House Passes $1.15 Trillion Defense Bill Amid Political Divide
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a massive defense bill, but the measure faces opposition from Democrats.
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