Senate Will Try To Override Defense Bill Veto

The President vetoed the National Defense Authorization Act due to the absence of liability protections for big tech and a provision to rename military bases named after Confederate figures. The bill, which includes military funding and a troop pay increase, faces potential delays from Democrats seeking a vote on $2000 stimulus checks. A two-thirds Senate majority is needed to override the veto, a step already taken by the Democrat-led House.

What is one reason the National Defense Authorization Act could be delayed?

• The bill lacks support from the military.

• Democrats want a clean vote on stimulus checks.

• Republicans are demanding more military funding.

• The president has not signed the bill yet.

Why did the president veto the National Defense Authorization Act?

• It included too much military spending.

• It lacked liability protections for tech companies.

• It proposed new taxes on defense contractors.

• It did not address climate change.

What is one provision the president opposes in the bill?

• Increasing troop pay

• Renaming military installations

• Expanding military bases

• Reducing defense budget

What is required for the Senate to override the president's veto?

• A simple majority vote

• A two-thirds majority vote

• Unanimous consent

• A presidential signature

Which legislative body has already voted to override the veto?

• The Supreme Court

• The Department of Defense

• The House of Representatives

• The Senate