White House set to release Trump's budget with major increase in defense spending
President Trump's 2027 budget proposes record defense spending while advocating for states to take over funding for Medicaid and daycare.

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President Trump's 2027 budget proposes a record $1.5 trillion for defense while signaling a move to shift Medicaid and childcare funding to the states. This blueprint sets the stage for a legislative battle over federal spending priorities and the role of the national government.
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