Does Trump want to deal with global crises by increasing military power?

08 January, 2026, 06:10 pm

Last modified: 08 January, 2026, 09:56 pm

Does Trump want to deal with global crises by increasing military power?

08 January, 2026, 06:10 pm

Last modified: 08 January, 2026, 09:56 pm

US President Donald Trump has called for an increase in US defense spending to $1.5 trillion by 2027, describing the current global situation as "very troubling and dangerous times." The new proposed budget is 50 percent higher than the $901 billion approved in December 2025.

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