Trump Urges Congress to Pass $350B Defense Funding, Cites Record Recruiting
Donald Trump called on Congress to prioritize $350 billion in defense funding and pass the Save America Act, noting that US military recruiting has reached historic highs.
Former President Donald Trump has urged Congress to pass what he calls "Reconciliation 3.0" and make $350 billion in defense funding a top priority. He also called for swift passage of the Save America Act, according to a post on X from the account @FirstSquaw.
Trump highlighted that US military recruiting has reached historic records, framing the defense spending as essential to national security. The statement underscores a continued focus on military readiness and budgetary allocations ahead of the next fiscal year.
The push for increased defense spending comes amid ongoing debates over federal budget priorities. No specific timeline for legislative action has been provided.
Source: First Squawk