House passes defense bill to raise troop pay, speed weapons purchases

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The US House of Representatives has passed a defense policy bill authorizing $900 billion for military programs, which includes a pay raise for troops and reforms to the Department of Defense's procurement processes. The bill, comprising 3,000 pages, also demands more transparency regarding military strikes against suspected drug boats in the Caribbean.

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More Republicans in both the House and Senate are expressing support for extending the expiring Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, indicating a potential shift away from strict party lines. This comes as lawmakers face a critical deadline to address the subsidies that affect millions of Americans.

The House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), a $900 billion defense policy bill, with a vote of 312-112, sending it to the Senate for further consideration. This legislation includes provisions for troop pay raises and reforms in weapons procurement processes, reflecting a commitment to military funding and support.

The House of Representatives has passed the National Defense Authorization Act, which authorizes $901 billion in Pentagon spending, following the collapse of a Republican revolt against the bill. This legislation is now set to be reviewed by the Senate for final approval.

The House of Representatives approved the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) on Wednesday, sending the substantial defense bill to the Senate for consideration. The final vote was 312-112, with Speaker Mike Johnson rallying support after an earlier setback in the rule vote. This legislation authorizes significant funding for military programs, including troop pay raises and reforms to procurement processes.