Defense Spending

House GOP bumps Pentagon spending, eyes $150B target for party-line package
House GOP seeks $150B defense hike in party-line megabill, aligning with Senate.

Controversial defense program tied to DEI-laden contractor could be in crosshairs of DOGE: 'Poster child'
Northrop Grumman's ICBM contract sparks debate over costs, DEI, and national security


Mike Johnson pours cold water on calls to hike taxes on the rich, despite Trump telling GOPers he’s open to it
GOP Speaker shuns taxing rich to fund Trump's agenda amid fiscal challenges


Global system took advantage of America on trade and defense. That free ride is over
Rubio urges NATO allies to share defense burdens, realign U.S. global commitments.


How Europeans are reacting to the Yemen war plans group chat
U.S.-Europe ties strained by leaked Signal chat criticizing NATO allies


German spending package clears final hurdle as president signs law
Germany eases debt limit for defense, €500B climate, and infrastructure boost

Government Shutdown Averted: Senate Passes GOP Funding Bill—Despite Democratic Infighting
Senate passes GOP plan, averts shutdown; Schumer faces backlash.


China says it is ready for 'any type of war' with US
China ready for 'any type' of war amid escalating US trade tariffs


Defense secretary orders military to prepare for major budget cuts | CNN Politics
Hegseth orders Pentagon budget cuts as Trump endorses defense spending increase


Fact check: Debunking Trump’s false claims about Canada | CNN Politics
Trump makes false claims on Canada, sparks controversy


Top Foreign Affairs Republican predicts US won't leave NATO but will strengthen it
Risch backs NATO, pushes Iran sanctions with Trump amid spending debate.


NATO leaders predict era of 2% defense spending 'probably history' as Trump reportedly floats higher target
NATO mulls defense spending hike amid Russia threat, Trump pressure

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