Latest "National Defense Authorization Act" stories

Congress mandates more oversight on Pentagon plans for defending Guam

Lawmakers also want more oversight from the Missile Defense Agency's mission to defend the U.S. territory — a top priority.

6 weeks ago

Demand for Ukraine oversight ‘part of Russian propaganda,’ Smith says

Houses Armed Services Committee says Ukraine is "spending the money really well; that’s why they’re winning."

By Marjorie Censer

2 months ago

US Army weighs multiyear contracts for munitions to aid Ukraine

If Congress approves, the Army could move forward with multiyear deals for munitions like Guided Multiple Launch Rocket Systems.

3 months ago

Norcross to bring back tougher ‘Buy American’ legislation that rankled allies

A group of U.S. allies is again urging key House lawmakers to oppose any proposals to tighten federal “Buy American” requirements through the annual defense authorization bill.

8 months ago

Trump lashes out at GOP after override vote on defense bill

A total of 109 Republicans joined with Democrats to approve the override, which would be the first of Trump’s presidency.

2 years ago

Sen. Rand Paul delays defense bill vote over troop drawdowns

Paul's objections on Thursday threatened another must-pass bill, a one-week spending measure that would keep the government open through Dec. 18.

2 years ago