Republican wants to increase military spending, despite objections within own party.
Read more...Policy still on the books, however, until other steps are taken.
Read more...One measure succeeded by 15 votes and the other failed by five.
Read more...One big win, one big loss as lame duck session moves toward its end.
Read more...Several GOP senators surprised their constituencies by supporting repeal.
Read more...Ban on gays openly serving in armed forces done away with by Congress. Obama to sign repeal into law next week.
Read more...Senate sets up historic vote.
Read more...House puts heavy pressure on Senate to finally repeal DADT
Read more...Congress moving toward final approval of tax deal and possible agreement on repeal of Don't Ask Don't Tell.
Read more...Cloture vote fails in Senate. Hopes of legislative repeal fade.
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