Trump’s budget director defends ‘out of whack’ defense spending boost to skeptical Dems
Russ Vought defended the administration's requested 43% increase in defense spending and 10% domestic cuts before the House Budget Committee.
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Russ Vought defended the administration's requested 43% increase in defense spending and 10% domestic cuts before the House Budget Committee.
OMB Director Russ Vought defended a proposed 43% defense spending hike and 10% domestic cut to the House Budget Committee, facing sharp criticism from Democrats over skewed priorities.
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While most outlets like AP News focus on the trade-off between a $1.5 trillion military boost and cuts to domestic programs, Salon.com emphasizes the "fury" from Democrats over the lack of a formal Iran war cost estimate. Conversely, the Tampa Free Press highlights Vought’s alignment with Republican senators regarding Iran’s untrustworthiness and the impact of inflation.
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