Trump wants $1.5 trillion for defense

04 April, 2026, 04:30 pm

Last modified: 04 April, 2026, 04:35 pm

Trump wants $1.5 trillion for defense

04 April, 2026, 04:30 pm

Last modified: 04 April, 2026, 04:35 pm

The White House has proposed to Congress a $1.5 trillion defense budget increase. If approved by Congress, it would be the largest expansion of military spending since World War II. It is a stark contrast to the Pentagon's request for an additional $200 billion for a possible war with Iran.

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