Sen. Rand Paul Delays Vote On Defense Bill

Senator Rand Paul objected to a defense bill due to a provision limiting President Trump's power to reduce troops in Afghanistan and Germany. This objection could lead to a brief government shutdown. Paul argues that the bill prevents ending the Afghan war and insists on a final vote on the National Defense Authorization Act. Republicans aim to complete the bill and a government funding bill to avoid a shutdown.

What was the main reason for Senator Rand Paul's objection to the bill?

• It restricted trade with Germany.

• It proposed a new healthcare plan.

• It limited President Trump's power to reduce troops.

• It increased taxes.

What does Paul believe advocates for ending the Afghan war should do?

• Support the bill.

• Vote against the bill.

• Ignore the bill.

• Propose amendments to the bill.

What condition did Paul set to drop his objection?

• If the bill is passed without changes.

• If the bill is rewritten entirely.

• If a final vote on the National Defense Authorization Act is allowed on Monday.

• If the bill is delayed until next year.

What do Republicans want to achieve by the end of the week?

• Increase military spending.

• Rewrite the entire defense bill.

• Delay the vote until next month.

• Pass the defense bill and a one-week government funding bill.

What could happen if the bill is delayed further?

• The president could veto the bill.

• The defense bill could be canceled.

• Taxes could be increased.

• A government shutdown could occur.