Trump unveils historic $1.5 trillion defense budget, largest military spending increase since World War II. The proposal allocates $156 billion for procurement of weapons systems and military equipment, $125 billion for research and development of advanced technologies, and $48 billion for operations and maintenance. Additional funding includes $19 billion for management services, $2 billion for military family housing, and $407 million for construction projects. The budget comes as the Iran conflict enters its fifth week, with the US spending over $40 billion so far. The administration aims to strengthen deterrence against China in the Indo-Pacific while rebuilding weapons stockpiles depleted by conflicts in Israel, Iran, and Ukraine. Democrats have signaled opposition to the proposal.
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