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July 23, 2021

Senate Cmte. Votes in Favor of Upping Military Budget by $25 Million
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The Senate Armed Services Committee voted to increase the Pentagon
budget by $25 billion above President Biden's request, in a move likely
to face opposition from progressive Democrats who are seeking to cut
military spending.


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