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Trump's Budget: 13% Defense Boost, 22.6% Cuts to Health

5/25/2025

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On May 22, 2025, the U.S. House approved President Trump's budget for fiscal year 2026, prioritizing defense with a staggering 13% increase to $1.01 trillion. Meanwhile, non-defense programs, including vital health and education services, face a harsh 22.6% cut, hitting Puerto Rico hard as it depends on federal support. The Senate will now take up the bill.

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Story summary

On May 22, 2025, the U.S. House approved President Trump's budget for fiscal year 2026, prioritizing defense with a staggering 13% increase to $1.01 trillion. Meanwhile, non-defense programs, including vital health and education services, face a harsh 22.6% cut, hitting Puerto Rico hard as it depends on federal support. The Senate will now take up the bill.