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Watch live: Pentagon officials brief reporters on budget request

Watch live: Pentagon officials brief reporters on budget request

Summary

Pentagon officials will present details about President Trump’s budget plan for fiscal year 2027, which requests $1.5 trillion for defense spending. This includes $1.1 trillion for regular defense costs and $350 billion for special priorities like growing defense industries and making more weapons available.

Key Facts

  • The budget request is for fiscal year 2027.
  • Total defense spending requested is $1.5 trillion.
  • $1.1 trillion is allocated for base discretionary spending, which covers standard military expenses.
  • $350 billion is set aside for critical administration priorities.
  • Priorities include expanding defense industrial capabilities.
  • The budget also focuses on improving access to munitions (weapons and ammunition).
  • Pentagon officials are briefing reporters about the request.
  • The budget aims to increase military spending compared to previous years.
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