Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Congressman Andy Barr (R-KY-06) released the following statement after news reports indicated that House and Senate Democrats will move to block the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA):
“Our servicemembers have fought for us, and I will always fight for them. From Venezuela to the Middle East, soldiers stationed at Fort Campbell have answered our nation’s call and put their lives on the line to defend our freedom.
“On the eve of Veterans Day, Democrats are opposing critical defense funding that would deliver pay raises for our troops, increase compensation for servicemembers deployed to combat zones, and provide the munitions and resources our military needs to accomplish its mission.
“We cannot demand that our NATO allies invest more in Ukraine and their own defense, or claim to be serious about deterring China, while failing to invest in America’s national security.
“Congress must pass the defense budget, give our troops the resources they need, and stand behind the men and women who stand ready to defend our country.”
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