Senate Democrats block $1.15 trillion defense bill
Senate Democrats blocked passage of a $1.15 trillion defense bill over disagreements with administration policy toward Iran.
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AFBytes briefing
Delay of the defense bill can affect military pay, procurement schedules, and readiness funding that ultimately influence U.S. taxpayer costs.
What to watch next
- Watch for the next procedural vote or cloture motion on the defense measure.