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In a first, Congress overrides Trump veto of defense bill - AP News — Jack Reed | ChamberLight
News / Wire Service / Associated Press 4 min read Senator Sanders delayed the vote to demand action on $2,000 stimulus checks, eventually losing his bid to block the defense measure.
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Congress enacted the first veto override of Donald Trump's presidency on New Year's Day, passing the $740 billion National Defense Authorization Act despite his objections regarding social media liability and Confederate base names.
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