US House approves $1.15 trillion 2027 Defense Bill

The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) with a 216‑212 vote, authorizing $1.15 trillion in defense spending. Six Democratic representatives voted for the bill while seven Republicans voted against it, making the vote largely partisan. Key provisions include a proposal to rename the Department of Defense the “Department of War,” a $10 billion voting‑identification measure attached from the SAVE America Act, and Section 219 – the United States‑Israel Defense Technology Cooperation Initiative – which obligates the Pentagon to coordinate research, development, testing and production with Israel. The legislation also provides a pay raise for service members, increased funding for missile defense, AI integration, and strategic minerals, and expands the military’s role in the war against Iran. Critics from both parties argue the Israel‑integration clause threatens U.S. sovereignty, while supporters say it enhances defense innovation. The bill now moves to the Senate for final approval.