The High Cost of Bipartisanship: A Defense Bill's Many Controversies The US House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) by a slim margin on Wednesday, setting off a firestorm within and beyond Congress.
Amidst the controversy, one thing is clear: this year's defense bill is more than just a routine authorization measure – it's a reflection of the deepening partisan divisions in Washington. The $1.
15 trillion price tag for the NDAA is steep, but what's equally remarkable is the array of contentious provisions that have been tacked onto the bill.