Trump Proposes Steep Cuts in First Budget Request of Second Term
Friday, 2 May 2025, 14:47
Trump Budget Proposal Overview
The fiscal 2026 budget request unveiled by President Trump outlines significant cuts to non-defense discretionary programs. According to Russell Vought, director of the Office of Management and Budget, the proposal would decrease non-defense spending by 22.6 percent, translating into a reduction of $163 billion.
Defense Spending Increases
- Defense funding set to rise by 13 percent.
- Total defense budget exceeds $1 trillion.
- Investment of $175 billion for the Department of Homeland Security.
Key Areas of Protected Funding
- Homeland Security
- Veterans
- Seniors
- Law Enforcement
- Infrastructure
This proposed budget marks Trump's first fiscal outline of his second term, focusing on reducing non-defense expenditures while enhancing military capabilities.
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