Congressional Republican leaders delayed the final text of the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, originally expected on Thursday, citing last-minute fights over housing, China investment restrictions, and fertility coverage for troops.
The stalled timetable raises the risk that the Pentagon bill may not clear Congress before year-end, marking a serious setback for the must-pass defense measure.
Lawmakers from both chambers acknowledged on Wednesday that the bill remains unfinished, as intraparty disputes and White House pressure complicate final negotiations.
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