Senate Passes $901 Billion Defense Bill With Pay Raise, Oversight Changes
Summary
The U.S. Senate approved a $901 billion defense bill, known as the National Defense Authorization Act, for the fiscal year 2026. The bill includes pay raises for military personnel and requires the Pentagon to provide military strike videos to Congress. The legislation passed with a strong bipartisan vote of 77-20.Key Facts
- The defense bill is called the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026.
- The Senate vote was 77 in favor and 20 against.
- The bill's budget totals $901 billion.
- It includes pay raises for military members.
- The bill mandates the Pentagon to provide Congress with unedited videos of U.S. military strikes.
- The videos of military strikes in Venezuela are of particular interest in the bill.
- Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth briefed Senate leaders on military boat strikes before the vote.
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