The Senate passed a mammoth defense bill on Tuesday, sending it to President Trump’s desk for his signature.
Senators voted 86-8 to approve the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The legislation cleared the House last week.
The $738 billion bill — which authorizes spending and lays out policy guidelines for the Pentagon — includes a high-profile deal that grants federal employees 12 weeks of paid parental leave in exchange for creating Trump’s “Space Force.” Continue reading
NOTE: Looks like when it comes to defense spending, Sen. Moscow Mitch McConnell can actually allow a bill on the Senate floor for a vote.