11 sources·Politics

Senate Passes Controversial $895 Billion Defense Bill Amid Cultural Clashes

The Senate approves a defense bill boosting military funding and service member pay, but bans transgender care for military children, sparking intense debate.

The distribution of story sources: left-leaning (blue), center (light gray), and right-leaning (red).
Mostly Reliable
The underlying sources are generally reliable but sometimes include opinion, propaganda, or minor inaccuracies.
Balanced
The underlying sources are either a balanced mix of left and right or primarily centrist.
Subscribe to unlock this story

We really don't like cutting you off, but you've reached your monthly limit. At just $3/month or $30/year, subscriptions are how we keep this project going. Start your free 7-day trial today!

Get Started

No highlights available for this story.

Updated: Dec 18th, 2024, 7:33 PM ET

Summary

A summary of the key points of this story verified across multiple sources.

The Senate passed a defense authorization bill, authorized at $895 billion, which includes significant pay raises for service members and countermeasures against China. However, it prohibits transgender medical treatments for military children, raising concerns among Democrats and advocacy groups. Despite bipartisan support, the ban on transgender care provoked backlash, with notable Democratic senators opposing the bill. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer acknowledged its imperfections, while supporters highlighted the need for national security improvements and military readiness amid global tensions.

Perspectives

Compare opinions on this story from liberal (Left), conservative (Right) or center-leaning news organizations.

No center-leaning sources available for this story.

History

A summary of how this story has evolved over the last 24 hours.
  • 4M
Senate Passes Controversial $895 Billion Defense Bill Amid Cultural Clashes - Pano News