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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
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Jay Gotera

Trump Proposes $1.5 Trillion Military Spending Surge, Vows to Build 'Dream' Defence Capabilities

US President Donald Trump, flanked by Navy Secretary John Phelan (R), announces the US Navy’s new Golden Fleet initiative, unveiling a new class of frigates, at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, on 22 December 2025. (Credit: AFP/Getty Images)

US President Donald Trump has called for a staggering $1.5 trillion military budget in 2027, vowing to forge a 'dream military' to safeguard America against any foe.

This unprecedented hike, more than 50 per cent above the current $901 billion, comes hot on the heels of US operations in Venezuela and hints at further assertive moves. The proposal has raised concerns about a potential arms race, while simultaneously promising unparalleled security during what the President described as 'troubled and dangerous times.'

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