House Votes on Controversial Defense Bill Amid Transgender Care Debate
Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO
The U.S. House is set to vote on a defense policy bill, with controversy over a provision affecting healthcare for transgender children of servicemembers. Meanwhile, Secretary of State Antony Blinken will testify on the Afghanistan withdrawal, and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has passed a bill for AEDs in schools. Incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune is planning a tax policy package, while Sen. John Fetterman has joined Truth Social, advocating for Trump's pardon. Additionally, the U.S. Capitol Police arrested a man for assaulting Rep. Nancy Mace, and House Democrats confirmed leadership positions for key committees.