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Trump Budget: Deep Cuts, Military Boost Spark Outrage

Trump Budget: Deep Cuts, Military Boost Spark Outrage

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President Trump's proposed budget includes significant cuts to domestic programs like public health, education, and clean energy, totaling $163 billion, while boosting military spending by 13%. The 40-page proposal prioritizes border security and reflects Trump's vision, though it's unlikely to pass Congress as is. Republicans largely praised the budget, while Democrats strongly condemned it as an attack on working-class Americans. The proposal is limited to discretionary spending and excludes mandatory programs like Social Security and Medicare. Funding talks are expected to be contentious, given the deep partisan divide.

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