President Trump proposed a budget that cuts $163 billion in federal spending, the first since reentering office. His plan includes deep reductions in funding for key services like education, health, and environmental projects, which would particularly disadvantage the poor. Trump characterizes many government functions as excessive and seeks to reduce nondefense funding to its lowest levels since the 1960s. The proposal faced immediate backlash from Democrats who condemned it as harmful and rejected by some Republicans, despite support from others within the party. This budget marks a significant shift in government spending priorities.
President Trumpâs budget proposal represents a significant contraction in government spending, aiming to cut $163 billion and impacting various crucial programs, particularly for the poor.
In issuing his first budget since returning to office, Mr. Trump portrayed core government functions as 'woke' and 'weaponized,' justifying drastic domestic spending cuts.
The proposed reduction would shrink nondefense funding to its lowest level since the 1960s, affecting areas like education, health, and environmental protections.
The response to Mr. Trumpâs budget was swift and critical, with Democrats labeling it an 'all-out assault' on hardworking Americans and some Republicans expressing concern.
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