Trump’s budget director defends ‘out of whack’ defense spending boost to skeptical Dems

By: Jennifer Shutt

Outlets: DC Bureau (States Newsroom)

Published: April 15, 2026

Words: 875

Last Updated: 3 months, 2 weeks ago

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WASHINGTON — The White House budget director on Wednesday defended the administration’s latest request for Congress, testifying before the House Budget Committee that a 43% increase in defense spending and a 10% cut to domestic programs is the best path forward.

Democrats on the panel were highly critical of that proposal, which lawmakers will debate in the months ahead and is unlikely to be approved in full.

Pennsylvania Democratic Rep. Brendan Boyle, ranking member on …

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