Republican lawmakers want more details on the deaths and assurances that the new VA records system won't cause more harm. Ken Calvert's competitive election victory puts him on track to chair the defense appropriations panel next year if Republicans take the House. President Joe Biden says he expects U.S. aid for Ukraine’s fight against Russia to continue to flow whatever the still-undecided outcome of the midterms. During the 2022 election cycle, the five largest defense firms contributed nearly $2 million to Republicans who voted against certifying results. Lawmakers are expressing concern about the Air Force’s decision to replace permanent F-15 squadrons in Okinawa with rotational forces. A poll released Oct. 24 found that only 29% of Republicans believe the U.S. has a responsibility to defend Ukraine against Russia. Democratic lawmakers say federal agencies need to study the problem before it becomes widespread. Defense Department officials will cover troops' travel expenses for abortions in certain cases. Saudi Arabia's oil production cuts have prompted President Joe Biden and congressional Democrats to revive the Trump-era push to end arms sales to Riyadh. Senate Foreign Relations Chairman Bob Menendez is pushing to amend the NDAA with the Taiwan Policy Act, which includes $6.5 billion in military aid. Load More
