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Iowa Capital DispatchApr 15, 2026Local News

Trump’s budget director defends ‘out of whack’ defense spending boost to skeptical Dems

Russ Vought defended the administration's requested 43% increase in defense spending and 10% domestic cuts before the House Budget Committee.

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OMB Director Russ Vought defended a proposed 43% defense spending hike and 10% domestic cut to the House Budget Committee, facing sharp criticism from Democrats over skewed priorities.

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