Trump and political allies are pushing for a record $1.5 trillion budget, driven by rising war costs, in discussions with the Pentagon and OMB.
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Trump and political allies are pushing for a record $1.5 trillion budget, driven by rising war costs, in discussions with the Pentagon and OMB.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- An executive memo directs the Office of Management and Budget to address cost growth and capacity shortfalls.Sub-event
- Congress voted on the proposed $1.5 trillion Pentagon budget.Sub-event
Defense spending discussions center on a record $1.5T budget driven by war costs.1 source
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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Office of Management and Budget
agency that prepares and evaluates the President of the United States' annual budget to Congress
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