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Senate clears hurdle on wrap-up defense and aid bill
The Senate voted 63 to 33 to end debate on a $626 billion Pentagon funding bill plus extensions for unemployment benefits highway and transit funds and Medicare relief. The measure links defense funding with health care debates and aims for final passage before Christmas, with Gates urging timely action.
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