The House easily approved the annual defense policy bill Tuesday, defying President Trump’s repeated veto threats.
The bill was approved in a 335-78 vote. That’s above the two-thirds vote needed to override a veto, but some Republicans could switch their vote if it comes to overriding the president.
Overall, 140 Republicans voted “yes” and 37 Democrats voted “no” on Tuesday, with Democratic Rep. Eliot Engel (N.Y.) voting present. Continue reading.