The final vote is expected next week. Once approved, the total number of Trump nominees confirmed during the first year of his second term will surpass 400.
Simmons argued that the American Music Fairness Act would correct what he called a longstanding injustice — one that has left generations of iconic performers uncompensated.
Republicans, backed by President Donald Trump’s administration, say the rule is outdated, unconstitutional, and inconsistent with the Court’s modern approach to political speech.
Under the bill, the U.S. cannot dip below 76,000 personnel in Europe unless military leaders provide Congress with a detailed assessment and certify that NATO security wouldn’t be compromised.