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The House approved a $900 billion defense policy bill, authorizing spending for the Defense Department and national security programs. The bill includes a 3.8% pay raise for service members, restrictions on transgender women in women's sports at military academies, and aid for Ukraine. It also repeals authorizations for the Iraq War and includes provisions to limit troop reductions in Europe. The passage was marked by internal GOP disputes and last-minute negotiations.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff