The article examines the historical trends of U.S. military budgeting, noting that Republican presidents tend to significantly increase spending, while Democrats often reduce it. It highlights that the military budget covers various expenses beyond weaponry, including healthcare and salaries. The budget has risen steadily since World War II, surpassing previous peaks in both GDP percentage and total expenditure. Additionally, the Department of Defense has never completed a public audit, raising questions about transparency and financial management within the military.
Republican presidents have historically increased the military budget drastically, while Democrats tend to reduce it, influencing national defense allocations and fiscal policy.
Politicians commonly inflate military budgets beyond requests to gain political leverage, demonstrating the intertwining of military funding with political strategy and public perception.
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