President Trump Signs National Defense Authorization Act Into Law

President Donald Trump signed the National Defense Authorization Act, marking a historic day for the U.S. Armed Forces. The $738 billion bill includes the creation of the Space Force within the Air Force, emphasizing the importance of American superiority in space. It also introduces 12 weeks of paid parental leave for federal workers, a first in U.S. history, and provides a 3.1% pay raise for military personnel. Additionally, it revokes a policy that prevented some Gold Star families from receiving full survivor benefits.

What significant event took place at Joint Base Andrews involving President Donald Trump?

• The signing of a peace treaty

• The signing of the National Defense Authorization Act

• A military parade

• A press conference on economic policies

What is the primary purpose of the newly created Space Force?

• To conduct space tourism

• To enhance American superiority in space

• To explore Mars

• To develop new space technologies

How many weeks of paid parental leave does the new bill grant to federal workers?

• 12 weeks

• 6 weeks

• 8 weeks

• 10 weeks

What percentage pay raise does the bill provide for military personnel?

• 2.5%

• 3.1%

• 4.0%

• 5.0%

Which policy affecting Gold Star families is revoked by the bill?

• Policy on housing benefits

• Policy on education grants

• Policy blocking full survivor benefits

• Policy on healthcare coverage