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The Commercial DispatchApr 16, 2026Local News

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

Russell Vought testified before Congress to defend the Trump administration's plan to increase defense spending to $1.5 trillion.

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OMB Director Russell Vought defended a proposed $1.5 trillion defense budget before the House Budget Committee, sparking a sharp debate over prioritizing military expansion while cutting domestic programs.

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