White House requests $1.5 trillion for defense spending in 2027 budget

President Trump released his budget request for 2027 on Friday, asking for $1.5 trillion in defense spending.

Published April 3, 2026, 2:48 PM

Updated April 3, 2026, 2:55 PM320

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White House requests $1.5 trillion for defense spending in 2027 budget

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President Trump released his budget request for 2027 on Friday, asking for $1.5 trillion in defense spending.

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White House requests $1.5 trillion for defense spending in 2027 budget

White House requests $1.5 trillion for defense spending in 2027 budget

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