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July 30, 2019

Senate Fails to Override Trump Vetoes on Bills Blocking Arms Sales to Saudi Arabia
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The Senate failed to override presidential vetoes on legislation that
would have blocked arms sales to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab
Emirates. Trump used an emergency declaration in May to push through the
contested arms deal without congressional approval. Critics say the
weapons could be used on civilians in Yemen. Six Republicans voted in
favor of overriding Trump's vetoes, which he issued last week.


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