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Breaking News: House passes far-right Pentagon bill targeting abortion, diversity policies

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House passes far-right Pentagon bill targeting abortion, diversity policies

The House narrowly cleared its version of annual Pentagon funding legislation on Friday that Republicans loaded with conservative policy measures that are sure to be rejected by the Democratic-led Senate.

The $833 billion defense appropriations bill passed almost entirely with GOP support, as Democratic leaders ripped Republicans for tacking on restrictions for abortion access, gender-affirming care, climate change efforts and diversity and inclusion programs.

The final 217-198 vote, which fell largely along party lines, reflected that rift.

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