Military sexual assault bill heads for Senate vote

Military sexual assault bill heads for Senate vote

WASHINGTON (AP) — Opponents of legislation stripping senior military commanders of their authority to prosecute rapes and other serious offenses expressed confidence today that the far-reaching measure would fall short in a highly anticipated Senate vote. The bill, which is expected to come up for a vote this afternoon, is firmly opposed by the Pentagon’s leadership, which argues officers should have more responsibility, not less, for the conduct of the troops they lead.