Trump’s allies eye big spending cuts as part of postelection agenda
Summary
Senate Republicans who support President Trump plan to push for large cuts to federal spending after the election. They want to reduce spending to balance out new defense money, including funds related to the conflict in Iran, especially if Democrats gain more seats in Congress.Key Facts
- Senate conservatives allied with President Trump aim for major federal spending cuts after the election.
- These cuts would offset tens of billions of dollars allocated for defense spending.
- Part of the new defense money is intended for the war in Iran.
- This spending plan is considered if Democrats win more seats in the upcoming election.
- Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) announced these plans on Tuesday.
- The focus is on action during the lame-duck session, the period between the election and the new Congress starting.
- The goal is to manage the federal budget by balancing increased defense costs with reduced overall spending.
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