US House passes $1 trillion defense bill despite Iran, Israel concerns
US Democrats object to the ongoing and deeply unpopular war with Iran, which the Pentagon said has cost the US $37.5 billion so far.
The US House of Representatives narrowly passed its version of the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) on Wednesday, authorizing an unprecedented $1.15 trillion for the military. The vote was largely along party lines, with Democrats opposing the bill due to its high cost, the ongoing war with Iran, and a provision expanding military technology cooperation with Israel. Republicans argued the spending is essential for military operations, defense system development, and troop benefits. Democrats also objected to the inclusion of the "SAVE America Act" in the bill, which aims to tighten voting restrictions. The bill now faces significant challenges in the Senate, where a similar version was previously blocked.
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