The House on Friday passed its version of the annual defense policy bill, a must-pass package whose fate was thrown into doubt with the addition of conservative amendments on abortion, transgender rights and diversity and inclusion initiatives.&nbsp;

The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) was widely opposed by Democrats, an unusual outcome for the annual legislative which routinely enjoys broad bipartisan support.

The bill, which sets an $886 billion budget for the nation’s armed force,&nbsp;passed 219-210, with four Republicans voting against the bill and four Democrats voting for it.&nbsp;

The House on Friday passed its version of the annual defense policy bill, a must-pass package whose fate was thrown into doubt with the addition of conservative amendments on abortion, transgender …{ai:summary}<p>The House passed its defense bill despite controversy over conservative amendments. Democrats opposed the bill, which sets an $886 billion budget for the armed forces. #military</p>

House passes defense bill in big win for McCarthy, House GOP

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