Senate Panel Backs Amendment To Curb Military Response To Protests

The transcript discusses an amendment proposed by Senator Tim Kaine to the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021. The amendment aims to prevent the use of military force against peaceful protesters. This proposal came after President Trump threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act. Senator Kaine expressed surprise at the need for such an amendment but was pleased with the committee's approval. The amendment is presented as a non-partisan issue and will now proceed to the full Senate for consideration.

What does the amendment aim to prevent?

What is the next step for the defense bill after the committee's passage?