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House set to vote as GOP leaders hope NDAA, SAVE America Act gambit unlocks floor

House set to vote as GOP leaders hope NDAA, SAVE America Act gambit unlocks floor

Summary

House Republican leaders plan to vote on a proposal that links the annual defense spending bill to a voter ID bill supported by President Trump. They hope this strategy will resolve delays caused by some GOP members who stopped House activity last week.

Key Facts

  • The House will vote on Tuesday afternoon, with the vote scheduled for 1:30 p.m.
  • The proposal ties the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), the bill that funds the military, to a voter ID bill.
  • President Trump supports the voter ID bill, which aims to require identification to vote.
  • Some hardline Republican members previously blocked House actions, causing a delay.
  • GOP leaders are trying this combined bill to get majority support and unlock the legislative schedule.
  • The voter ID bill is a key part of President Trump’s agenda.
  • The NDAA is an important annual bill that ensures military funding continues on time.
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