WASHINGTON, United States, April 3, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - US President Donald Trump asked lawmakers on Friday to approve a massive $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027, as the United States faces rising costs from its war with Iran and mounting global security commitments. The president has framed the defense increase in urgent terms, arguing that military investment must take precedence during wartime, even at the expense of federal social programs. The White House released the request as part of a detailed 92-page budget proposal, alongside summaries outlining its priorities across federal agencies. Spending bills passed earlier this year largely preserved funding for programs the White House is again seeking to reduce or eliminate. Some Republicans, however, backed the push, with congressional defense leaders saying the increase would help move US military spending toward five percent of GDP and strengthen deterrence.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha April 03, 2026 16:44 UTC