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Senate Approves $87.5 Billion Aid Package

The Senate approves an $87.5 billion aid package for U.S. operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. Senate Democrats criticize President Bush's Iraq policies, but say they would still vote in favor of the funding. NPR's David Welna reports.

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David Welna is NPR's national security correspondent.
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