NDAA Stalled Over Iran and Spending | Spokane News

The NDAA, the Pentagon’s massive $1.15 trillion defense budget bill, hit a major roadblock in the Senate after failing to secure the 60 votes needed to even debate it—50-46. Most Republicans backed moving forward, but Democrats largely opposed it, citing concerns over recent military action against Iran without a clear strategy and questioning the wisdom of such a huge defense spending increase amid domestic program cuts. Republicans countered that the bill is essential for national security, but critics argue the scale of spending is unsustainable. The fight isn’t over—both chambers will pass their own versions, and negotiators will try to reach a compromise before it heads to the President’s desk. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e85239c896a1d11d