Trump proposes “historic” defence spending budget, eyes 10% cut to other federal programmes

President Donald Trump on Friday requested a 10 per cent cut in non-defence spending for the 2027 fiscal year and a massive $500 billion increase in the military budget, as the US continues its war against Iran.

The 2027 budget request comes as the president faces risky choices abroad, with the administration sending US service members to the Middle East, and a weary public at home feeling the economic crunch of skyrocketing gas prices due to the conflict.

The request ultimately requires approval by Congress...