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Tuberville's Military Holds Cause Controversy and Divide Within GOP

Despite Criticism, Republican Senate Candidates Back Tuberville's Strategy

  • Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville has been holding up military nominations due to objections to the Department of Defense’s abortion policy, causing a divide within the Republican party.
  • The Senate Rules Committee has approved a resolution to circumvent Tuberville’s holds, but it may not come to a vote until next month.
  • Many Republican Senate candidates are backing Tuberville’s strategy, using it as an example of how a single senator can wield power.
  • Democrats have criticized Tuberville’s actions, arguing that they put politics ahead of national security and military readiness.
  • Despite the controversy, Tuberville shows no signs of backing down, maintaining that his actions are in line with his anti-abortion stance.
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