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Trump proposes massive increase in 2027 defense spending to $1.5T, citing 'dangerous times'

January 8, 2026

President Donald Trump has proposed a significant increase in U. S. military spending, calling for a budget of $1.5 trillion for the year 2027. He emphasizes the need for this surge in defense spending due to what he describes as 'troubled and dangerous times,' particularly following recent military operations in Venezuela.

Trump proposes massive increase in 2027 defense spending to $1.5T, citing 'dangerous times'

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Trump proposed a $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027.
The proposal is framed as a response to 'troubled and dangerous times'.
This announcement follows a military operation targeting Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.
U. S. military forces are currently positioned in the Caribbean Sea.

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Trump proposes massive increase in 2027 defense spending to $1.5T, citing 'dangerous times'

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