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House Passes NDAA Amid Conservative Tensions and Commitments

12/11/2025

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The U.S. House passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) by a 312-112 vote.
Conservatives opposed the bill over the absence of a central bank digital currency ban and Ukraine funding.
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) said conservatives secured commitments to cut Taliban funding and make the central bank digital currency ban permanent.
The White House endorsed the NDAA, saying it aligns with U.S. President Donald Trump’s priorities.

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Story summary

The U.S. House passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) by a 312-112 vote.
Conservatives opposed the bill over the absence of a central bank digital currency ban and Ukraine funding.
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) said conservatives secured commitments to cut Taliban funding and make the central bank digital currency ban permanent.
The White House endorsed the NDAA, saying it aligns with U.S. President Donald Trump’s priorities.