12 Democrats vote against defense bill in rare committee split
Summary
Twelve Democrats on the House Armed Services Committee voted against a nearly $1.15 trillion defense policy bill, which is unusual since the committee usually works together across party lines. The bill, called the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), supports things like pay raises for troops and aid to allies.Key Facts
- Twelve Democrats voted against the defense bill on the House Armed Services Committee.
- The bill’s cost is nearly $1.15 trillion.
- This committee normally works in a bipartisan way, meaning members usually cooperate across party lines.
- The bill is called the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
- It includes support for troop pay raises.
- The bill also provides aid to allies.
- Ranking member Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.) called the bill a “good solid bill.”
- The vote occurred late on a Thursday.
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