Senate Democrats Block $1.15 Trillion Defense Bill Amid Objections to Iran War

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Published: 2026-07-15
Category: us
Source: Reuters

Senate Democrats blocked a $1.15 trillion annual defense policy bill, citing frustration with the ongoing Iran war and President Donald Trump's failure to consult with Congress regarding the deployment of U.S. forces into the conflict. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer criticized Trump for starting the war 'without authorization, without a strategy, and without an exit.'

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