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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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Hegseth Says Trump Should Be Praised for Starting Iran War

Hegseth Says Trump Should Be Praised for Starting Iran War

The Pentagon chief was on Capitol Hill asking for a whopping $1.5 trillion in funding
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Taxpayers for Common Sense Urge Vote Against NDAA Due to High Spending

Taxpayers for Common Sense Urge Vote Against NDAA Due to High Spending

Taxpayers for Common Sense have issued a letter urging representatives to vote against the final passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), citing concerns over excessive Pentagon spending. The NDAA proposes a $1.15 trillion discretionary budget, which the organization argues would exacerbate the national debt crisis. They advocate for amendments that promote fiscal responsibility, such as requiring audits of the Department of Defense and prohibiting taxpayer funds for foreign military exercises without justification.
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Representative Julie Fedorchak Supports National Defense Bill to Enhance Military Readiness

Representative Julie Fedorchak Supports National Defense Bill to Enhance Military Readiness

Representative Julie Fedorchak (R-ND) has voted in favor of H.R. 8800, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027. This legislation is designed to fund national defense programs, enhance military readiness, and modernize strategic deterrence. The act also aims to support servicemembers and their families. Fedorchak highlighted the importance of the bill in reinforcing peace through strength by providing necessary tools, training, and support to meet current threats. The legislation includes significant investments in Minot’s nuclear mission, strengthens North Dakota’s role in space and missile defense, and aims to improve the quality of life for military families. Key provisions of the act include sustaining the Minuteman III missile force, continuing B-52 modernization, supporting missile warning and defense missions, and modernizing defense capabilities across various military domains.
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U.S. Lawmakers Express Concerns Over Pentagon Budget Gridlock at Airshow

U.S. Lawmakers Express Concerns Over Pentagon Budget Gridlock at Airshow

During the Farnborough International Airshow in the UK, U.S. lawmakers expressed concerns about the ongoing gridlock affecting the Pentagon's budget. The Trump administration's defense priorities, including the Golden Dome missile defense program, are at risk due to delays in passing the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and other funding measures. Senator John Kennedy (R-La.) highlighted the improbability of passing the NDAA in the current midterm environment, suggesting a continuing resolution might be necessary to maintain government operations at current spending levels. The administration has proposed using reconciliation, a budget maneuver allowing passage by a simple majority, to secure defense funding. However, this approach has faced criticism from both parties, with concerns about setting a dangerous precedent.
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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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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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House Approves Psychedelics Amendments to Extend Military Research and Codify Trump Order

House Approves Psychedelics Amendments to Extend Military Research and Codify Trump Order

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed amendments to extend the Department of Defense's (DOD) psychedelics research program until 2033 and to codify parts of a psychedelics executive order signed by President Trump. The amendments, part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2027, aim to expand clinical trials involving psychedelics for active duty service members with PTSD or traumatic brain injury. The legislation also requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to oversee emerging therapeutic interventions and coordinate with federal agencies. This move reflects growing interest in alternative therapies for mental health conditions among veterans and service members.
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Hegseth is facing questions from senators over funding for the Iran war

Hegseth is facing questions from senators over funding for the Iran war

Senators launched pointed remarks in a hearing with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the U.S. war against Iran
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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