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Dems weigh batch votes to bypass Tuberville for remaining nominees

After the Senate confirmed three joint chiefs, Democrats are strategizing how to confirm the hundreds of other military nominees held up by Tuberville.

By Bryant Harris

2 months ago

Senate Republicans now blame Democrats for military leadership gaps

Some lawmakers want individual votes on high-ranking military posts to ensure that the leadership gaps don't get worse.

By Leo Shane III

3 months ago

With eyes on Trump, Senate votes to make NATO withdrawal harder

With Trump leading the Republican primary polls, the Senate approved an NDAA amendment that would require Congress to approve any NATO withdrawal.

By Bryant Harris

4 months ago

Republican defense bill would move Mexico under US Southern Command

Military relations with Mexico currently fall under the purview of U.S. Northern Command.

By Bryant Harris

6 months ago

Senate votes to repeal Iraq war authorizations

Some Iraq war veterans have rallied around the bipartisan vote to repeal the 2002 authorization as Congress seeks to reassert its war powers authorities.

By Leo Shane III and Bryant Harris

8 months ago

McCarthy threatens to hold up key defense bill until next year

McCarthy's threat comes as Republicans and Democrats are negotiating a final, bicameral version of the bill with the aim of passing it in December.

By Bryant Harris

13 months ago