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Trump’s budget director defends White House plan for massive boost in military spending

April 16, 2026

Kevin Freking

Federal News Network

https://federalnewsnetwork.com/budget/2026/04/trumps-budget-director-defends-white-house-plan-for-massive-boost-in-military-spending/

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