Outcry after $1.15tn defense bill passes in the House – US politics live
Summary
The House of Representatives passed a $1.15 trillion defense bill called the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) by a narrow vote of 216-212. The bill includes a large increase in military spending and contains a proposal supported by President Donald Trump to restrict voting methods. The bill now moves to the Senate.Key Facts
- The NDAA passed in the House with most Democrats opposing and a few Republicans breaking ranks to vote against it.
- The bill authorizes $1.15 trillion for defense, a nearly 30% increase from last year.
- Some Democrats criticize the bill for funding a war with Iran and increasing military spending while many Americans face financial difficulties.
- The bill includes the Save America Act, a Trump-backed plan to ban mail-in ballots and add voter ID rules.
- This voting restriction measure caused controversy and opposition from Democrats.
- Certain Republicans opposed the bill due to Section 219, which involves US-Israel defense technology cooperation.
- The Senate will now consider the bill, but there is ongoing debate about the war, spending, and voting laws included.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth estimated $37.5 billion has already been spent related to the conflict with Iran.
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