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Trump, Hegseth Advocate for Increased Pentagon Budget

President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are actively urging Republican lawmakers to approve a substantial increase in the Pentagon's budget. Hegseth engaged in at least two separate conversations with senior House Republicans this past week to discuss military spending, including a recent meeting held Thursday at the Pentagon.

By Fainaron·Jun 14, 2026 (3 hours ago)·1 views
Trump, Hegseth Advocate for Increased Pentagon Budget

President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are making a concerted effort to persuade GOP lawmakers to support a significant funding injection for the Pentagon’s budget.

Defense Secretary Hegseth has reportedly held multiple discussions with senior House Republicans regarding military spending. These included at least two separate conversations this past week, with the most recent occurring on Thursday at the Pentagon.

According to The Hill, these efforts constitute a "full court press" to secure the additional defense dollars.

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