“House Republicans adopted a 2016 budget in a 228-199 vote on Wednesday that represents a major victory for GOP leaders after a rocky start to their year,” The Hill reports.
“The budget would increase defense spending next year by boosting the Pentagon’s war fund to $96 billion, well above President Obama’s $58 billion request. The provision won over dozens of defense hawks, including members of the Armed Services Committee who have called for more robust resources for the Pentagon.”
Roll Call: Defense hawks trump fiscal conservatives in budget vote
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