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Magnolia Tribunecites Associated PressApr 15, 2026Local News

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

Representative Brendan Boyle criticized the proposed budget, arguing that cuts to domestic programs show the administration's priorities are 'out of whack.'

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Trump’s budget director defends White House plan for massive boost in military spending
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White House Budget Director Russell Vought defended a proposed $1.5 trillion defense budget to a House committee, arguing that massive upfront investment is needed for military modernization. The plan faces criticism from Democrats for cutting domestic programs to fund defense increases.

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