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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