Politics

Senate Passes Latest Defense Biill, Includes Measures Against Sexual Assault in the Military

Not even sex assault officers have been immune from sex assault allegations

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Congress is sending President Barack Obama a comprehensive defense bill that would crack down on sexual assault in the military and add protections for victims.

The Senate voted 84-15 Thursday night for the legislation, which capped a year-long campaign led by the women of the Senate to address the scourge of rape and sexual assault in the ranks.