Congress Passes Massive Defense Bill That Would Create Space Force

The transcript discusses the passing of the annual defense bill, which includes the creation of a new military branch called the Space Force and grants 12 weeks of paid parental leave to federal workers. The Senate approved the bill with a strong bipartisan vote, marking the 59th consecutive year of its passage. The Federal Employee Paid Leave Act was included in the bill after negotiations. The bill also provides a pay raise for military personnel and revokes a policy affecting Gold Star families. The Space Force aims to ensure American dominance in space and will be part of the Air Force. President Trump has expressed his intention to sign the bill.

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