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US Congress approves money for Taiwan defense. Does it mean Trump is done hesitating?
Defense NewsMonday, July 27, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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Lawmakers in Washington designated some money for arms sales to Taiwan, as U. President Donald Trump continues to hold up a major weapons package.
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What happened
Lawmakers in Washington designated some money for arms sales to Taiwan, as U. President Donald Trump continues to hold up a major weapons package.
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Defense News published: US Congress approves money for Taiwan defense. Does it mean Trump is done hesitating?
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