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Defense Spending Bill Advances with Controversial Name Change
The House Appropriations Committee advanced a $1.1 trillion defense spending bill for fiscal year 2027, including a provision to rename the Defense Department as the Department of War. The bill passed on a party line vote and faces potential Senate approval.
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The Hill
The House Appropriations Committee has advanced its $1.1 trillion defense spending bill for fiscal year 2027, legislation that includes a provision to rename the Defense Department as the Department of War. The bill advanced out of committee Wednesday on a 34-27 party line vote, handing President Tr
2026-06-25 21:01 UTC