💨 Abstract

The Senate is close to passing a $901 billion defense bill that includes a 3.8% troop pay raise and pushes for more transparency on military strikes near Venezuela. The bill, which has bipartisan support, also maintains U.S. troop levels in Europe and provides military aid to Ukraine. It repeals old war authorizations and lifts U.S. sanctions on Syria. However, it faces criticism for cutting diversity programs and climate-related initiatives within the Pentagon.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff