Washington (CNN) Barack Obama vetoed Friday a bill that would allow family members of 9/11 victims to sue Saudi Arabia. Republican and Democratic leaders in Congress say they'll override Obama's veto next week. If successful, Congress' override would be the first of Obama's presidency. Support for the "Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act" ran high among lawmakers, who overwhelmingly passed the bill earlier this year after pressure from victims' groups. Veto override plansAdministration officials had been eying a Friday afternoon veto with the hopes of submitting it to lawmakers after Congress adjourned until November's election contests.

Source: CNN September 23, 2016 10:07 UTC