Trump budget surges defense spending

President Trump's latest fiscal plan represents a significant paradigm shift in federal spending priorities, prioritizing military readiness over social safety nets.

The budget seeks to fund advanced weaponry and the 'Golden Dome' missile shield while slashing resources for education and environmental science.

Critics argue the proposal will exacerbate the national deficit despite the administration's claims of fiscal responsibility.

Lawmakers are now bracing for a contentious appropriations process as the war's economic fallout continues to ripple through the US economy.