President Trump has submitted his 2027 budget request to Congress, proposing a significant increase in defense spending alongside cuts to domestic programs. The White House released a summary of the plan Friday, as lawmakers continue debate over current-year spending.
The budget calls for $1.5 trillion in defense spending, marking the largest request in decades and a 42 percent increase. This substantial rise comes as Congress addresses the financial implications of ongoing conflict in Iran.
To partially offset the increased defense allocation, the proposal includes steep cuts to various domestic programs, which the administration has labeled as wasteful. The overall budget aims to balance increased military investment with fiscal responsibility through reduced spending in other areas.