Republicans have released the text of a $150 billion defense package as part of a sweeping tax-cut and spending framework central to the party’s priorities this year.
- The House Armed Services Committee is planning on debating the package Tuesday morning, according to congressional aides. The schedule may still change to accommodate timing conflicts for members
- The measure seeks to boost drone technology, munitions stockpiles, China deterrence, border security and missile defense
- The proposal includes $25 billion for President Donald Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ homeland missile defense system and $34 billion for shipbuilding and the maritime industrial base with investments in autonomous ...