What Happened
Defense Bill Hangs In Balance Over War Powers Dispute
The House of Representatives has passed the $1.15 trillion National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) by a narrow margin, but the bill’s fate remains uncertain due to a standoff with the Senate over war powers. The NDAA includes funding for various defense programs, including Golden Dome missile defense and drone autonomy. However, the Senate has refused to advance its own version of the bill, citing concerns over the executive branch’s handling of the Iran war. The impasse has significant implications for the Pentagon’s modernization programs and the defense industry. The situation was first reported by Tech Times.