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Trump's 2026 Budget Cuts Education, Health for Defense Boost

5/3/2025

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Trump Proposes Budget Cuts

President Trump's 2026 budget proposal slashes non-defense domestic spending by $163 billion, affecting vital sectors like education and health. With a 13% boost in defense funding, the plan raises concerns among critics who warn it jeopardizes crucial programs for climate change and public health, all while federal debt continues to climb.

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Fayetteville Defends Funding

North Carolina's proposed budget threatens to cut Powell Bill funding for cities with populations over 150,000, jeopardizing Fayetteville's crucial $7 million for street maintenance. The City Council passionately defends this funding, highlighting its vital role in ensuring public safety and maintaining infrastructure. Meanwhile, Florida lawmakers grapple with a $4 billion budget divide, complicating their negotiations.

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Trump Proposes Budget Cuts

President Trump's 2026 budget proposal slashes non-defense domestic spending by $163 billion, affecting vital sectors like education and health. With a 13% boost in defense funding, the plan raises concerns among critics who warn it jeopardizes crucial programs for climate change and public health, all while federal debt continues to climb.

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