The top Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee today called on Congress to pass a budget immediately, saying that kicking the can down the road will hurt both the economy and prospects for future defense spending. Speaking at the RAND Corporation, Rep. Adam Smith (D-WA) said it is “highly irresponsible” and unacceptable for lawmakers to wait until after the November election to pass a budget or legislation to change sequestration cuts. “We need to do it, and if it...
