"Trump's proposed military budget would mean a spectacular jump; it would be 42% above this year's budget and two-thirds bigger than Joe Biden's last Pentagon budget."
"A coalition of 289 groups denounced Trump's gigantic increase as grossly irresponsible, especially since the US already spends more on its military than the next nine biggest defense-spending countries combined."
"To help fund his increase, Trump is seeking a 10% cut in discretionary domestic spending, chopping such popular programs as medical research, job training, home heating assistance, environmental protection and disaster relief."
Trump's proposed Pentagon budget of $1.5 trillion includes a $445 billion increase in military spending, which is 42% above the current budget. This increase will necessitate painful cuts to health, education, and housing programs, affecting millions of Americans. A coalition of 289 groups has criticized this budget as grossly irresponsible, especially given the existing military spending levels. Additionally, Trump seeks a separate $200 billion for the war against Iran, further straining domestic resources and prioritizing military over social needs.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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