Trump’s budget director defends White House plan for massive boost in military spending
Representative Becca Balint questioned the $350 billion war funding request, contrasting it with the cost of enhancing health insurance credits.
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Representative Becca Balint questioned the $350 billion war funding request, contrasting it with the cost of enhancing health insurance credits.
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White House Budget Director Russell Vought defended a proposed $1.5 trillion defense budget to a House committee, arguing that massive upfront investment is needed for military modernization. The plan faces criticism from Democrats for cutting domestic programs to fund defense increases.
Chairman of the House Budget Committee
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U.S. Representative from Texas
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