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WTOP Newscites Associated PressApr 15, 2026Local News

Trump’s budget director defends White House plan for massive boost in military spending

Representative Brendan Boyle criticized the Republican administration's budget priorities as 'out of whack' for favoring defense over domestic needs.

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Trump’s budget director defends White House plan for massive boost in military spending
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Budget Director Russell Vought defended President Trump's proposed $1.5 trillion defense budget before the House, highlighting a massive shift in spending from domestic programs toward military production and potential conflict in Iran.

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