
The $1 trillion defense budget
On Point | Podcast
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Navigating the Defense Budget: Pentagon Spending and National Security
This chapter explores the intricate dynamics of the U.S. defense budget negotiations, emphasizing the tension between increasing military spending and diminishing funds for essential programs. It critiques the historical trend of Congress favoring Pentagon requests while examining the implications of these budgetary choices on national security.
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