WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–February 28, 2014 – A disappointed Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) pledged yesterday to continue to fight for improved benefits for veterans after Senate Republicans blocked a vote on comprehensive legislation to expand health care, education, job-training and other programs.
Republicans derailed the bill by raising a budget point of order challenging outlays for veterans. Sanders’ motion to advance the bill won by a vote of 56-41, but Republicans invoked a rule that required 60 votes…
