North America Reps. Lee, Pocan introduce bill that would trim defense budget by $100 billion People over Pentagon Act would represent largest single-year cut in DoD history Blaise MalleyFebruary 22, 2023
Global Crises 20 years after Iraq War vote, Barbara Lee is fighting to end the War on Terror In an exclusive interview, the anti-war Democrat breaks down her efforts to rein in the president’s ability to wage war.Connor EcholsOctober 16, 2022
North America Reps. Lee, Pocan want to exact the largest single-year budget cut in DoD history Complaining that domestic priorities are being sacrificed, these Democrats want to slash military spending by $100 billion.Connor EcholsJune 14, 2022
Military Industrial Complex Giving the DoD a $56 billion haircut This is the week when Congress can get the scissors out — or not. Either way, the military budget is overdue for a makeover. Andrew LautzSeptember 20, 2021
Washington Politics Conservatives throw weight behind repealing Iraq War AUMF Saying the 2002 authorization for military force has been "stretched beyond belief," they hope to help pass a bipartisan bill on Thursday.Matthew PettiJune 16, 2021
North America Congress moves to revoke Eisenhower’s blank check for Middle East wars Bet you didn't know there was an authorization for the use of military force against international communism still on the books.Matthew PettiMay 19, 2021