McConnell’s absence imperils Trump’s record defense budget

Sen. Mitch McConnell's prolonged hospital stay is complicating President Trump's bid for a $1.5 trillion defense budget for next year, as McConnell chairs the Senate Appropriations defense subcommittee, crucial for Pentagon spending. McConnell's absence could stall legislative momentum, impacting the timely passage of this significant funding proposal. This situation underscores the vulnerability in Trump's defense agenda due to key Senate leadership's health issues, raising questions about the future of military funding and policy.