Senate Approves $925 Billion Defense Bill Amid Shutdown and Policy Debates
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The Senate approved its version of the 2026 NDAA amid a government shutdown, passing the bill with a 77-20 vote and setting the stage for negotiations with the House, while rejecting several amendments related to law enforcement transparency, military assistance, veteran care, and foreign investments, and emphasizing acquisition reform and budget reconciliation.
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