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The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a USD1 tril defence policy bill, despite strong opposition from Democrats.
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00:00Meanwhile, the U.S. House of Representatives has passed a defense policy bill worth more than $1 trillion,
00:06despite strong opposition from Democrats.
00:09The measure passed largely along party lines, with all but seven Republicans voting in favor.
00:18The Fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act authorizes an unprecedented $1.15 trillion in spending for the military.
00:27Democrats argued the record level of military spending comes as the Trump administration and Republicans continue to cut funding for
00:36social programs.
00:37They also raised concerns over the continued war with Iran, which the Pentagon says has cost the U.S. $37
00:44.5 billion so far.
00:46Democrats also raised concerns over a provision that would expand military technology cooperation between the U.S. and Israel.
00:53The bill will now move to the Senate, where lawmakers will consider their own version before any final legislation is
01:00sent to the White House.
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