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House votes for Department of War renaming as part of an annual defense bill

House votes for Department of War renaming as part of an annual defense bill

The House has passed a defense policy bill that incorporates President Donald Trump’s request for a historic $1.15 trillion in spending for the Pentagon
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The Latest: House adopts $95 billion budget proposal to fund Iran war and other Trump priorities

The Latest: House adopts $95 billion budget proposal to fund Iran war and other Trump priorities

The House has adopted a Republican-only $95 billion budget proposal, a long-shot effort to fund the Iran war and other White House priorities over objections from Democrats and a few GOP holdouts in a final push before the midterm elections
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Congressman Bob Latta Supports 2027 NDAA to Enhance Military Readiness and Support Troops

Congressman Bob Latta Supports 2027 NDAA to Enhance Military Readiness and Support Troops

Congressman Bob Latta (OH-5) has announced his support for the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2027, known as H.R. 8800. Latta emphasized the bill's role in strengthening national defense and military readiness. The legislation aims to expand domestic production capacity, rebuild critical stockpiles, and modernize shipyards, thereby supporting thousands of American jobs. Additionally, the NDAA includes a provision for a 5 to 7 percent pay raise for servicemembers and improvements in housing, childcare, education, and overall quality of life for military families. Latta's support underscores the importance of maintaining a robust defense infrastructure to protect the nation and its allies.
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House votes to adopt Department of War renaming in annual defense bill

House votes to adopt Department of War renaming in annual defense bill

The House has passed a defense policy bill that incorporates President Donald Trump’s request for a historic $1.15 trillion in spending for the Pentagon
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House Approves Burlison Amendment for UAP Disclosure Framework

House Approves Burlison Amendment for UAP Disclosure Framework

The U.S. House of Representatives has adopted Congressman Eric Burlison's Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) Disclosure Act as an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act. This amendment aims to establish a statutory framework for the preservation, review, and public disclosure of UAP records. It proposes the creation of a permanent UAP Records Collection at the National Archives and an independent UAP Records Review Board with subpoena authority. The amendment seeks to enhance transparency and oversight of UAP records, aligning with President Trump's Presidential Unsealing and Reporting System for UAP Encounters.
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House Approves $1.15 Trillion Defense Budget Amid Partisan Divisions

House Approves $1.15 Trillion Defense Budget Amid Partisan Divisions

The U.S. House of Representatives has narrowly passed a $1.15 trillion defense policy bill, which includes a proposal to rename the Department of Defense to the Department of War. The bill also authorizes a 5% to 7% pay raise for military service members and an increase in active-duty force size. The vote, largely along party lines, reflects deep divisions over military spending and the ongoing war in Iran. The bill's passage is part of the annual National Defense Authorization Act process, which traditionally receives bipartisan support but faces challenges this year due to partisan disagreements.
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US House passes $1 trillion defense bill despite Iran, Israel concerns

US House passes $1 trillion defense bill despite Iran, Israel concerns

WASHINGTON, July 22 (Reuters) - The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly passed its version of a massive defense policy bill on Wednesday, despite Democrats' concerns about its huge price tag, the Iran war and a provision that would boost Pentagon ties to Israel.
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Trump Administration Faces War Funding Crisis Amid Republican Divisions

Trump Administration Faces War Funding Crisis Amid Republican Divisions

The Trump administration is approaching a critical juncture in securing war funding as its conflict with Iran intensifies. House Republicans are set to pass a budget allocating over $70 billion for military needs, but the Senate remains divided, complicating the approval process. Sen. Bill Cassidy has expressed uncertainty about the allocation of funds for past and future military engagements. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has outlined the war's costs, but discrepancies in funding requests and actual needs have raised concerns. The administration's push for swift congressional action is met with skepticism, as some lawmakers question the transparency and sufficiency of the proposed budget.
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Exclusive-DOGE alumni launch military cyber startup with $1.4 billion valuation

Exclusive-DOGE alumni launch military cyber startup with $1.4 billion valuation

By David Jeans NEW YORK, July 22 (Reuters) - A team of former DOGE employees have raised a major funding round for a startup that aims to use AI to expand U.S. military cyber capabilities, three sources with knowledge of the matter told Reuters.
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Democrats Block Defense Bill Over Iran War Authorization Concerns

Democrats Block Defense Bill Over Iran War Authorization Concerns

Congressional Democrats have blocked the 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) in the Senate, citing opposition to President Trump's military actions in Iran. The bill, which authorizes Pentagon funding, failed to advance due to Democratic concerns over the lack of congressional authorization for the Iran conflict. Democrats argue that passing the NDAA would implicitly support the war. The Trump administration's request for a $1.5 trillion defense budget and lack of transparency on war costs have further fueled opposition.
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Department of Defense Increases National Security Space Launch Budget by $11.4 Billion

Department of Defense Increases National Security Space Launch Budget by $11.4 Billion

The Department of Defense (DoD) has significantly increased its budget for national security space launches (NSSL) by $11.4 billion, raising the total ceiling to $17 billion. This move more than triples the initial $5.6 billion allocated for NSSL contracts. The increase is part of a broader strategy to enhance the U.S. space launch capabilities in response to advancements by Russia and China in space technology. The companies benefiting from this budget increase include Blue Origin, Impulse Space, Relativity Space, Rocket Lab, SpaceX, Stoke Space, and United Launch Alliance, all of which are part of the NSSL Phase 3 Lane 1 program. The DoD's decision underscores the growing reliance on commercial space companies to bolster national defense capabilities.
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The Latest: Hegseth estimates Iran war has cost $37.5B so far

The Latest: Hegseth estimates Iran war has cost $37.5B so far

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the Iran war has cost $37.5 billion, so far