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Trump's $2.2 Trillion Budget Faces Bipartisan Criticism

4/4/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump proposed a $2.2 trillion budget with a defense spending increase and cuts to domestic programs.
Senate Appropriations Chair Susan Collins (R-ME) criticized the proposal for insufficient Navy funding and cuts to the Justice Department's Job Corps program.
Patty Murray (D-WA) called the proposal morally bankrupt and said it prioritizes military spending over domestic needs.
Hearings will be held to review the budget and explore alternative proposals.

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U.S. President Donald Trump proposed a $2.2 trillion budget with a defense spending increase and cuts to domestic programs.
Senate Appropriations Chair Susan Collins (R-ME) criticized the proposal for insufficient Navy funding and cuts to the Justice Department's Job Corps program.
Patty Murray (D-WA) called the proposal morally bankrupt and said it prioritizes military spending over domestic needs.
Hearings will be held to review the budget and explore alternative proposals.