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Trump seeks $1.5 trillion for US defense in new budget proposal

US President Donald Trump has requested $1.5 trillion in defense spending in his new budget proposal, which marks a 44% increase. This comes as the country remains engaged in conflict in the Middle East. The plan has been widely controversial.

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