Trump Unveils $1.5T War Budget as $73B in Education, Housing Cuts Spark Fight

President Donald Trump is pushing a $1.5 trillion defense budget while proposing deep cuts to domestic programs, setting up a sharp political fight in Washington.

The plan increases military spending to the highest level in U.S. history while reducing non-defense funding by about $73 billion, according to reporting from The Washington Post and Reuters.

That tradeoff is driving immediate backlash. Critics argue the proposal shifts resources away from education, housing, and health research at a time when those programs remain under pressure.

The administration says the increase is necessary to address global conflicts, including tensions tied to Iran and broader military readiness concerns.

Democratic leaders have already said the plan will face resistance in Congress, making its path forward uncertain.

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