Defense Bill Fails Procedural Vote in House for 2nd Time

Republicans fail to bring $826 billion defense bill to the floor, raising criticism from Democrats and fear of government shutdown.

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) speaks with reporters on Capitol Hill in Washington on Sept. 19, 2023. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch Times

House Republicans failed for a second time to pass a procedural vote that would allow consideration of the $826 billion defense appropriations bill by the full chamber.

The Sept. 21 setback comes amid a bitter battle over spending among House Republicans, just nine days ahead of a potential government shutdown.