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Congressman Keith Self made a bold move today as he voted against the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024. In a statement, Self expressed his reasons for opposing the bill, citing concerns about the allocation of taxpayer dollars and the extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA).
"While I fully supported the House Republican's NDAA bill passed in July, I could not in good conscience vote for the Senate negotiated NDAA as it allows American taxpayer dollars to be used for abortion-travel for servicemembers and extends Section 702 of FISA without reform," said Congressman Keith Self.
Self's decision to vote against the bill stems from his unwavering support for the men and women in uniform. He believes that the inclusion of provisions allowing taxpayer dollars to be used for abortion-travel goes against his principles. Additionally, the extension of Section 702 of FISA without any reforms raises concerns about privacy and civil liberties.
"I staunchly stand with our men and women in uniform and am deeply disappointed in the politicization of this essential legislation to fund our military," Self added.
The NDAA bill is a crucial piece of legislation that provides funding for the United States military and sets defense policy for the upcoming fiscal year. It is typically a bipartisan effort, but in this case, Congressman Keith Self has taken a firm stance against certain provisions.
Self's vote against the bill reflects his commitment to upholding his principles and advocating for the interests of his constituents. While the bill ultimately passed despite his opposition, his dissenting vote sends a clear message about his concerns regarding the use of taxpayer dollars for abortion-travel and the need for reforms in Section 702 of FISA.
It remains to be seen how Self's vote will be received by his colleagues and constituents. However, his decision to stand against the NDAA bill demonstrates his dedication to his beliefs, even in the face of political pressure.
The NDAA bill will now move forward, carrying with it the funding and policy decisions that will shape the future of the United States military. As the bill progresses, it will be interesting to see if any amendments or changes are made to address the concerns raised by Congressman Keith Self and others who share his views.
To find out more, go to this link: https://keithself.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-keith-self-votes-against-ndaa-bill-funding-abortion-travel-and
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