Senate approves $901 billion defense bill with Ukraine, Europe support, and controversial provisions
TL;DR
The Senate approved a $901 billion defense bill, which includes provisions for increased troop pay, military aid to Ukraine, and oversight of military operations, notably demanding Defense Secretary Hegseth to release unedited videos of strikes near Venezuela, amid broader debates on military transparency and policy priorities.
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- Sweeping US defense bill passes, with Ukraine, Venezuela provisions defying Trump Reuters
- Congress passes $901bn defense bill that includes support for Ukraine and Europe The Guardian
- Senate passes defense bill that defies Trump and forces sharing of boat strike videos Politico
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