Castle has changed his longstanding policy regarding “symbolic” votes passed by Congress that the President has indicated he will veto.
Castle’s office has no statement up regarding his change of heart.
(Props to OM for linking to Open Congress.)
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House approves longer home rest for Iraq forces
No word yet on Castle’s vote.
WASHINGTON — The House today passed a measure to mandate more rest at home for troops serving in Iraq, with Democrats taking another swipe at President Bush’s management of the war on the eve of Congress’ summer recess.
The legislation — which passed 229 to 194, with six Republicans joining the majority — stands little chance of becoming law. A similar proposal sponsored by Sen. Jim Webb (D-Va.) was blocked by Senate Republicans last month, and the White House today issued a veto threat.