Column: American troops deserve better

One of Congress’ most important Constitutional responsibilities is providing for our military and national defense. For the past 58 years, this has been a bipartisan affair. Members of the House and Senate from both sides of the aisle have come together to pass a bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that provides for our military and our troops who fight to protect and defend us.

Last week, instead of voting on a bill that would ensure our troops have the resources they need and deserve, the House of Representatives voted on the Democrat’s NDAA legislation which undercuts the p...