WASHINGTON – The Democratic-controlled House voted overwhelmingly to override President Donald Trump’s veto of a defense policy bill, setting the stage for what would be the first veto override of his presidency.House members voted 322-87 on Monday to override the veto, well above the two-thirds needed to override.
The Senate, which is expected to vote on the override this week, also needs to approve it by a two-thirds majority.Trump rejected the defense bill last week, saying it failed to limit social media companies he claims were biased against him during his failed reelection campaign.
Trump also opposes language that allows for the renaming of military bases that honor Confederate leaders. The defense bill, known as the National.