Senate defense bill stalls amid Iran war-powers dispute
A failed Senate vote left the FY2027 defense authorization bill stalled amid a dispute over Iran war powers, military policy and congressional oversight.
Defense Policy
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House Passes $1.15 Trillion Defense Bill With Proposed Department of War Name
The House passed a $1.15 trillion fiscal 2027 defense authorization bill by 216-212, but Senate negotiations and presidential action are still required.
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White House Tightens Defense-Material Waiver Rules
A July 20 executive order will make Defense Department waivers for covered foreign materials harder to obtain beginning January 1, 2027.
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House passes FY2027 defense bill to codify “Department of War”—what changes, what’s next
On July 22, 2026, the House passed H.R. 8800 by 216–212, adding a statutory “Department of War” name restoration. Here’s what changes and what Senate must decide next.
